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Overall Niche Grade
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Academics
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Diversity
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Teachers
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College Prep
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Clubs & Activities
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Administration
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Sports
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Food
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Resources & Facilities
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J Frank Dobie High School is a highly rated, public school located in HOUSTON, TX. It has 3,870 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 16 to 1. According to state test scores, 47% of students are at least proficient in math and 43% in reading.
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About J Frank Dobie High School...
- AP Offered
- Gifted Prog. Offered
- High School
- School District
- Pasadena Independent School District
- Texas
- Houston
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
This is the percentage of students that scored at or above proficiency levels on their state reading/language arts assessment test. Because states implement these tests differently, use caution when comparing this data to data from another state.
43%
Percent Proficient - Math
This is the percentage of students that scored at or above proficiency levels on their state math assessment test. Because states implement these tests differently, use caution when comparing this data to data from another state.
47%
Average Graduation Rate
This is the percentage of 12th graders who graduated. Because states calculate graduation rates differently, use caution when comparing this data to data from another state.
90%
Average SAT
Average SAT composite score out of 1600, as reported by Niche users from this school.
1120
653
responses
Average ACT
Average ACT composite score out of 36, as reported by Niche users from this school.
AP Enrollment
25%
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Living in the Area
South Belt / Ellington
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Overall Niche Grade
How are grades calculated?Data Sources
Cost of Living
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Good for Families
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Housing
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Median Household Income
$71,253
National
$75,149
Median Rent
$1,357
National
$1,268
Median Home Value
$187,755
National
$281,900
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Culture & Safety
Poll
68%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school.79 responses
Poll
77%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.79 responses
Poll
What are your favorite school events or traditions?
Based on
256 responses
Pep rally
20%
Prom
16%
Football and volleyball games
13%
Homecoming
12%
Bonfire
12%
Playoffs
7%
Homecoming
4%
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Students
Diversity
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Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
3,870
Free or Reduced Lunch
72%
84%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.82 responses
72%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.82 responses
80%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.82 responses
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Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
Student-Teacher Ratio may not be indicative of class size. It is calculated using the reported number of students and full-time equivalent teachers.
16:1
National
17:1
Average Teacher Salary
Average salary for all teachers within the district.
$58,213
Teachers in First/Second Year
14.6%
74%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.100 responses
78%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.100 responses
77%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.100 responses
Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
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Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
Expenses Per Student
$11,974/ year
National
$12,239
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of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.126 responses
55%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.126 responses
67%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.126 responses
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J Frank Dobie High School Reviews
Rating 3.86 out of 5 775 reviews
Rating 5 out of 5
At Dobie High School, one of the best things I did was join the HOSA club. It was amazing to find something I was really passionate about, and I loved going to the meetings. I met a bunch of great people who were into healthcare too, and working on projects with them felt really rewarding.
But not everything was easy. I had a hard time figuring out how to find out about other clubs and important events. I didn’t even know what dual credit was until a teacher mentioned it, even though there were a lot of announcements and flyers. Sometimes, it felt like I was missing out. It was frustrating, but I learned that it’s important to ask questions and stay informed. Both the good and the tough parts of my freshman year have helped me grow a lot.
- Junior
- 5 days ago
Rating 5 out of 5
I'm grateful to be in J. Frank Dobie High School. I've met many great teachers who are understanding and helpful in any kind of way. They're the type who you can count on. The education there is great. You get many opportunities to prepare yourself for college. There's a lot of great people there and it feels like a second home to me. I've made many great memories in there so far, and I can't wait to make more. Obviously Dobie isn't perfect. Some students or teachers could be a bit of trouble or hard to deal with, but that isn't stopping Dobie from being a great school. All the people I know in there are like family to me. The only problems are probably the fights that happen, but they get taken care of so they don't last very long. They don't happen very often so it's no big deal. From my experience, I think Dobie High School is a great school to end your 4 years with. If someone asked me which high school would be best, I would reccomend Dobie.
- Sophom*ore
- 3 months ago
Rating 5 out of 5
J Frank Dobie High, was my second home, it felt like family. Amazing friends, teachers, and faculty; incredibly clean, diverse, and alive with sports and clubs. Graduating was bittersweet, leaving behind a treasure trove of memories and lifelong friends. An unforgettable chapter in my life!
- Alum
- 6 months ago
