DOBSON HIGH SCHOOL
Dobson High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Mesa Unified District (4235) school district, located in Mesa, AZ with about 2,364 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 117 teachers, Dobson High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Dobson High School, located in Mesa, Arizona, is a prominent secondary institution within the Mesa Public Schools district. Serving a diverse student population, the school is well-regarded for its comprehensive academic curriculum, which includes a wide range of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career and technical education (CTE) programs, and specialized pathways designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The campus fosters a vibrant school spirit, often referred to as the "Mustang Pride," and provides students with numerous opportunities to engage in extracurricular activities, including championship-level athletics, performing arts, and various academic clubs.
Beyond the classroom, Dobson High School is committed to cultivating a supportive and inclusive community environment. By emphasizing student leadership and collaboration, the school encourages its students to become active participants in their local community. Its location on Guadalupe Road makes it a central hub for the surrounding Mesa area, and the institution remains dedicated to meeting the evolving needs of its students through modern facilities, dedicated faculty, and a strong focus on both academic excellence and personal growth.
For more information, contact Dobson High School at (480) 472-3000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Mesa, AZ 85202
(480) 472-3000
http://www.mpsaz.org/dobson
DOBSON HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Mesa, AZ with about 2,364 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Arizona
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Mesa Unified District (4235)
- Total Students:
- 2,364
- Teachers:
- 117.8
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 2,364 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 48.4%
- White
- 34.2%
- Black or African American
- 7.6%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 5.4%
- Asian
- 2.7%
- Two or more races
- 1.1%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.5%
- Female
- 49.5%
- Male
- 50.5%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.