Dodd City High School is a public high school located in Dodd City, Texas, United States. It is part of the Dodd City Independent School District located in central Fannin County and classified as a 1A school by the UIL. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 320 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Dodd City School 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dodd City School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Dodd City School's student population of 320 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
320 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Dodd City School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dodd City School is 0.25, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2156 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
11%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
86%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornet
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dodd City School's ranking?
Dodd City School is ranked #2156 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dodd City School?
The graduation rate of Dodd City School is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Dodd City School?
320 students attend Dodd City School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Dodd City School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dodd City School?
Dodd City School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dodd City School offer ?
Dodd City School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Dodd City School part of?
Dodd City School is part of Dodd City Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 4/15/2016
I graduated from Dodd City Schools in 1944 If possible I would like the names of the other students in my class. I think i am the last boy and I cannot remember the girls. Lila Lee Robinson Howard was in my class and she has passed away The same same for Jake people Margaret Jane Brotherton .
I would appreciate any help you could give me My name Elmer berryhill Jr.
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