Dell City School

Dell City School is an alternative public school serving grades K-12 with a total enrollment of 72 students in the rural town of Dell City, Texas. Despite facing some academic challenges, the school stands out for its low student-teacher ratio and high per-student spending.

While Dell City School has had high graduation rates in the past, its four-year graduation rate dropped to 60% in 2020-2021, an area of concern that warrants further investigation. The school has also struggled with test scores, with projected proficiency rates in 2024-2025 well below state averages in reading and math. However, the school has maintained a 0% dropout rate for the past two years, a positive indicator. Additionally, the school serves a predominantly economically disadvantaged student population, with 78.57% to 84.72% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch over the past few years.

Despite these academic challenges, Dell City School has a relatively high spending per student, ranging from $26,940 to $30,132 over the past few years. The school also maintains a very low student-teacher ratio, ranging from 6.8 to 8 students per teacher, suggesting a strong focus on individualized attention and support. While there are no other schools within 20 miles of Dell City School, comparing its performance to other schools in the Dell City Independent School District could provide valuable insights to help address the school's areas of concern.