For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 581 students in Dawson, TX.
The top ranked public high school in Dawson, TX is Dawson Pk-12. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dawson, TX public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in Dawson have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Dawson, TX public high school have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is equal to the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Dawson Pk-12, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Dawson, TX (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dawson Pk-12
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
199 N School Ave
Dawson, TX 76639
(254) 578-1031
Dawson, TX 76639
(254) 578-1031
Gr: PK-12 | 581 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Dawson, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
199 N School Ave
Dawson, TX 76639
(254) 578-1416
Dawson, TX 76639
(254) 578-1416
Gr: PK-6 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in Dawson, TX?
The top ranked public high schools in Dawson, TX include Dawson Pk-12.
How many public high schools are located in Dawson?
2 public high schools are located in Dawson.
What is the racial composition of students in Dawson?
Dawson public high schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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