Below Average
#6508 of 8,552 schools in TX
Dickinson Continuation Center
High School · DICKINSON ISD
P O DRAWER Z, Dickinson, TX 77539
Enrollment
85
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
4.9
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
85
Student-Teacher
17:1
Score
4.9
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#6,508 of 8,552
In Dickinson
#10 of 13
public schools
In district
#11 of 14
DICKINSON ISD
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About Dickinson Continuation Center
Dickinson Continuation Center is a public high school in Dickinson, TX, part of DICKINSON ISD. Dickinson Continuation Center serves approximately 85 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. Dickinson Continuation Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10 and ranks #6,508 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Dickinson Continuation Center show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
- This school 4.9 · Below Average
- District avg 5.5
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 85 students, Dickinson Continuation Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Test scores at Dickinson Continuation Center sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
62% of students at Dickinson Continuation Center were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Dickinson Continuation Center — Students at Dickinson Continuation Center score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.2/10.
How Dickinson Continuation Center Compares
See how Dickinson Continuation Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
P O DRAWER Z, Dickinson, TX 77539
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dickinson Continuation Center may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CLEAR FALLS H S (rated 6.2/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby League City), which scores notably higher. Additionally, DICKINSON H S (rated 6.1/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dickinson, see our Dickinson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JAKE SILBERNAGEL EL Dickinson | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| DUNBAR MIDDLE Dickinson | 1.1 mi | 4.0 |
| HUGHES ROAD EL Dickinson | 1.3 mi | 4.2 |
| R D MCADAMS J H Dickinson | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| DICKINSON H S Dickinson | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| TRUE CROSS CATHOLTIC SCHOOL - DICKINSON Dickinson | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| JOHN AND SHAMARION BARBER MIDDLE Dickinson | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| VICTORY LAKES INT League City | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| BAY COLONY EL Dickinson | 2.6 mi | 6.9 |
| RALPH PARR EL League City | 2.8 mi | 7.4 |
| ART AND PAT GOFORTH EL League City | 3.2 mi | 7.5 |
| LEAGUE CITY INT League City | 3.3 mi | 8.1 |
| EUGENE 'GENE' KRANZ J H Dickinson | 3.1 mi | 8.5 |
| SANDRA MOSSMAN EL League City | 3.4 mi | 6.9 |
| BAYSIDE INT League City | 3.6 mi | 5.6 |
| CLEAR FALLS H S League City | 3.6 mi | 6.2 |
| CALDER ROAD EL Dickinson | 3.3 mi | 8.0 |
| ST MARY CATHOLIC SCHOOL League City | 3.8 mi | 6.5 |
| LEAGUE CITY EL League City | 3.8 mi | 6.6 |
| CREATIVE CORNERS SCHOOL League City | 3.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77539 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,263
Median Home Value
$246,400
Median Rent
$1,370/mo
Population
47,164
College Educated
26.2%
Homeownership
74.8%
Avg Commute
28.5 min
Poverty Rate
12.2%
Median Age
35.8
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| CASSATA HIGH SCHOOL Fort Worth, TX | 4.9 |
| ST GERARD CATHOLIC SCHOOL San Antonio, TX | 4.9 |
| KELLER COMPASS CENTER Keller, TX | 5.0 |
| PRIORITY INTERVENTION ACADEMY Lubbock, TX | 5.0 |
| ALTER DISCIPLINE CAMPUS Fort Worth, TX | 4.8 |
| JEFFERSON LEARNING CTR Denison, TX | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dickinson Continuation Center
What grades does Dickinson Continuation Center serve?
Dickinson Continuation Center serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend Dickinson Continuation Center?
Dickinson Continuation Center has an enrollment of approximately 85 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dickinson Continuation Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Dickinson Continuation Center is 17:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dickinson Continuation Center rank in TX?
Dickinson Continuation Center ranks #6,508 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Dickinson Continuation Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Dickinson Continuation Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Dickinson Continuation Center?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dickinson Continuation Center has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2024).
Is Dickinson Continuation Center a charter school?
No, Dickinson Continuation Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dickinson Continuation Center a Title I school?
No, Dickinson Continuation Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dickinson Continuation Center?
71.8% of students at Dickinson Continuation Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 85
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.8%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Galveston County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 62.4%
- Phone
- (281) 229-6350
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
DICKINSON ISD- District Enrollment
- 12,592
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,124
- District Rank
- #11 of 14
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