Serving 41 students in grades 9-12, North Plains Opportunity Center ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 41 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Plains Opportunity Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
North Plains Opportunity Center's student population of 41 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
41 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of North Plains Opportunity Center is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
6%
Hispanic
71%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
17%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Plains Opportunity Center?
The graduation rate of North Plains Opportunity Center is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend North Plains Opportunity Center?
41 students attend North Plains Opportunity Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of North Plains Opportunity Center students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Plains Opportunity Center?
North Plains Opportunity Center has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does North Plains Opportunity Center offer ?
North Plains Opportunity Center offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is North Plains Opportunity Center part of?
North Plains Opportunity Center is part of Dumas Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 8/12/2019
This is by far the best school that I have ever gone to. I used to hate going to school, but the teachers motivated me and showed me the importance of getting my education. The school has high expectations but also gives lots of rewards for doing things that are going to make you successful!
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