Dumas South Elementary School serves 701 students in grades Prekindergarten-4.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 701 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dumas South Elementary School's student population of 701 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
Total Students
701 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dumas South Elementary School is 0.30, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
83%
54%
Black
4%
13%
White
10%
24%
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Dumas South Elementary School?
701 students attend Dumas South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Dumas South Elementary School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dumas South Elementary School?
Dumas South Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Dumas South Elementary School offer ?
Dumas South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4
What school district is Dumas South Elementary School part of?
Dumas South Elementary School is part of Dumas Independent School District.
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