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Galveston Co Detention Ctr
High School · DICKINSON ISD
PO DRAWER Z, Dickinson, TX 77539
Enrollment
16
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
16
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
7th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Galveston Co Detention Ctr
Galveston Co Detention Ctr is a public high school in Dickinson, TX, part of the DICKINSON ISD. The school serves approximately 16 students in grades 7th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 8:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $85,263, where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a fringe rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 16 students, Galveston Co Detention Ctr is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 8:1, Galveston Co Detention Ctr offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Galveston Co Detention Ctr may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 16 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Address
- PO DRAWER Z, Dickinson, TX 77539
- Website
- dickinsonisd.org
- Phone
- (281) 229-6363
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO DRAWER Z, Dickinson, TX 77539
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Galveston Co Detention Ctr may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LA MARQUE H S (rated 6.2/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby La Marque). Additionally, DICKINSON H S (rated 5.4/10, 4.2 miles away). For more schools in Dickinson, see our Dickinson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GALVESTON CO JJAEP League City | 0.0 mi | — |
| TRANSFORMING LIVES COOPERATIVE (TLC) Dickinson | 0.0 mi | — |
| GALVESTON CO J J A E P Dickinson | 0.0 mi | — |
| GALVESTON CO J J A E P Galveston | 0.0 mi | — |
| GALVESTON CO J J A E P Santa Fe | 0.0 mi | — |
| TEXAS CITY J J A E P Texas City | 0.0 mi | — |
| GILES MIDDLE Texas City | 2.6 mi | 6.6 |
| SIMMS EL Texas City | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
| ASPIRE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Texas City | 2.8 mi | — |
| LA MARQUE H S La Marque | 3.6 mi | 6.2 |
| IGNITE COMMUNITY SCHOOL - MAINLAND Lewisville | 3.8 mi | 6.4 |
| JOHN AND SHAMARION BARBER MIDDLE Dickinson | 3.9 mi | 8.5 |
| ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Lamarque | 3.9 mi | 7.9 |
| MANUEL GUAJARDO JR EL Texas City | 3.7 mi | 7.5 |
| EUGENE 'GENE' KRANZ J H Dickinson | 4.1 mi | 8.9 |
| HAYLEY EL La Marque | 4.2 mi | 4.3 |
| HEIGHTS EL Texas City | 4.1 mi | 7.4 |
| DICKINSON H S Dickinson | 4.2 mi | 5.4 |
| CALVIN VINCENT PRE-K HEAD START Texas City | 4.1 mi | 6.9 |
| R D MCADAMS J H Dickinson | 4.1 mi | 7.1 |
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
Community Profile
The community surrounding Galveston Co Detention Ctr has a median household income of $85,263. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $246,400, with a median rent of $1,370/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.2%. The average commute for residents is 29 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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|---|---|
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| AMTECH CAREER ACADEMY Amarillo, TX | — |
| ANNA ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT CENTER Anna, TX | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Galveston Co Detention Ctr
What grades does Galveston Co Detention Ctr serve?
Galveston Co Detention Ctr serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Galveston Co Detention Ctr?
Galveston Co Detention Ctr has an enrollment of approximately 16 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Galveston Co Detention Ctr?
The student-teacher ratio at Galveston Co Detention Ctr is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Galveston Co Detention Ctr a charter school?
No, Galveston Co Detention Ctr is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Galveston Co Detention Ctr a Title I school?
No, Galveston Co Detention Ctr is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Galveston Co Detention Ctr?
18.8% of students at Galveston Co Detention Ctr 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
- City Safety
- Elevated (1,270/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Dickinson). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 16
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 18.8%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Galveston County
- Phone
- (281) 229-6363
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
DICKINSON ISD- District Enrollment
- 12,592
- Schools in District
- 19
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,124
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