DRIPPING SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL

DRIPPING SPRINGS H S is a public high school that is part of the DRIPPING SPRINGS ISD school district, located in DRIPPING SPRINGS, TX with about 1,869 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 118 teachers, DRIPPING SPRINGS H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Dripping Springs High School (DSHS), located in the Texas Hill Country, serves as the flagship secondary campus for the Dripping Springs Independent School District. Known for its strong academic reputation and commitment to excellence, the school offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes a wide range of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-credit opportunities, and robust Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. The campus culture is heavily influenced by the district’s "Tiger Pride," fostering a supportive environment that emphasizes both rigorous intellectual growth and personal character development.

Beyond the classroom, Dripping Springs High School is highly regarded for its competitive extracurricular landscape. The school maintains a strong tradition of success in University Interscholastic League (UIL) activities, ranging from high-achieving athletic programs to award-winning fine arts departments, including theater, band, and choir. As the district has grown alongside the surrounding community, the school has managed to maintain a community-focused identity while providing modern facilities and resources designed to prepare students for success in higher education and the professional workforce.

For more information, contact DRIPPING SPRINGS H S at (512) 858-3100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

940 W HWY 290
DRIPPING SPRINGS, TX 78620-3862
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DRIPPING SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in DRIPPING SPRINGS, TX with about 1,869 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,869
Teachers:
118.3
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 1,869 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending DRIPPING SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 74% of the student body.

White
73.9%
Hispanic/Latino
19.7%
Two or more races
3.7%
Asian
1.8%
Black or African American
0.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
48.0%
Male
52.0%

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.