Serving 247 students in grades 6-8, Dimmitt Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dimmitt Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Dimmitt Middle School's student population of 247 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Dimmitt Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dimmitt Middle School is 0.17, 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
#6682 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
91%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
6%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dimmitt Middle School's ranking?
Dimmitt Middle School is ranked #6682 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Dimmitt Middle School?
247 students attend Dimmitt Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Dimmitt Middle School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dimmitt Middle School?
Dimmitt Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dimmitt Middle School offer ?
Dimmitt Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Dimmitt Middle School part of?
Dimmitt Middle School is part of Dimmitt Independent School District.
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