Glenda Dawson High School is a public high school in Pearland, Texas, United States. It is a part of the Pearland Independent School District serving grades 9 through 12. In 2014, the school was awarded a national rank of 1,165th by U.S. News & World Report, which puts it in the silver medal category.
Serving 2,569 students in grades 9-12, Glenda Dawson High School ranks in the top 20% 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 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is equal to the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,569 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glenda Dawson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Glenda Dawson High School's student population of 2,569 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 147 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,569 students
Total Classroom Teachers
147 teachers
Year Founded
2007
School Rankings
Glenda Dawson High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glenda Dawson High School is 0.77, which is more 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
#1132 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
6%
Hispanic
26%
54%
Black
25%
13%
White
24%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glenda Dawson High School's ranking?
Glenda Dawson High School is ranked #1132 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Glenda Dawson High School often compared to?
Glenda Dawson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pearland High School, Robert Turner College And Career High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glenda Dawson High School?
The graduation rate of Glenda Dawson High School is 98%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Glenda Dawson High School?
2,569 students attend Glenda Dawson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
26% of Glenda Dawson High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 24% of students are White, 21% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glenda Dawson High School?
Glenda Dawson High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Glenda Dawson High School offer ?
Glenda Dawson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Glenda Dawson High School part of?
Glenda Dawson High School is part of Pearland Independent School District.
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