Dickinson H S vs Dunbar Middle
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Texas, United States, 3.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Dickinson H S
Dickinson · Public high · Grades 9–12
3,810 students
Dunbar Middle
Dickinson · Public elementary · Grades 4–5
558 students
| Measure | Dickinson H S Dickinson, Texas | Dunbar Middle Dickinson, Texas |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #812 of 1,419 | #3549 of 4,686 |
| National rank | #9080 of 16,910 | #37475 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 4–5 |
| Students | 3,810 | 558 |
| Enrollment | 3,810 | 558 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 59.1% | 72% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 13.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 45% | 28% |
| Math proficiency | 54% | 32% |
| city | Dickinson | Dickinson |
| state | Texas | Texas |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Dickinson H S scores higher on the Success Index (US) (47.4 vs 31.6).
- •Dickinson H S does better on math proficiency (54% vs 32%).
- •Dickinson H S does better on reading proficiency (45% vs 28%).
- •Dickinson H S does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (59.1% vs 72%).
- •Dunbar Middle does better on students per teacher (13.0 vs 16.2).
- •Dickinson H S is the larger school with 3,810 students compared with 558.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Dickinson H S better than Dunbar Middle?
On the Success Index (US), Dickinson H S ranks higher (47.4 vs 31.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Dickinson H S and Dunbar Middle?
About 3.3 km in a straight line, between Dickinson and Dickinson in Texas.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Dickinson H S: 3,810. Dunbar Middle: 558. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Dickinson H S and Dunbar Middle rank in Texas?
Dickinson H S is 812th of 1,419 and Dunbar Middle is 3549th of 4,686 among high schools in Texas on the 2025 Success Index (US).