Dumas High School is a public high school located in the city of Dumas, Texas, USA and classified as a 4A school by the UIL. It is a part of the Dumas Independent School District located in central Moore County. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 1,192 students in grades 9-12, Dumas High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,192 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dumas High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Dumas High School's student population of 1,192 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,192 students
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dumas High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dumas High School is 0.38, 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
#3400 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
77%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
16%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Demons/demonettes
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dumas High School's ranking?
Dumas High School is ranked #3400 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dumas High School?
The graduation rate of Dumas High School is 99%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Dumas High School?
1,192 students attend Dumas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Dumas High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dumas High School?
Dumas High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dumas High School offer ?
Dumas High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Dumas High School part of?
Dumas High School is part of Dumas Independent School District.
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