GLENDA DAWSON HIGH SCHOOL

GLENDA DAWSON H S is a public high school that is part of the PEARLAND ISD school district, located in PEARLAND, TX with about 2,518 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 145 teachers, GLENDA DAWSON H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Glenda Dawson High School, located in Pearland, Texas, is a prominent secondary institution within the Pearland Independent School District. Serving a diverse student body, the school is widely recognized for its strong emphasis on academic excellence, offering a comprehensive curriculum that includes a robust selection of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual-credit opportunities, and specialized career and technical education (CTE) programs designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce.

Beyond the classroom, Dawson High School fosters a vibrant campus culture characterized by a wide array of extracurricular activities, including highly competitive UIL athletics, award-winning fine arts programs, and numerous student-led organizations. The school is known for its high level of community engagement and school spirit, consistently maintaining a reputation as one of the top-performing high schools in the Greater Houston area. By prioritizing both rigorous scholastic standards and holistic student development, Dawson High School aims to cultivate well-rounded, successful graduates.

For more information, contact GLENDA DAWSON H S at (281) 412-8800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2050 CULLEN BLVD
PEARLAND, TX 77581-8978
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GLENDA DAWSON HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in PEARLAND, TX with about 2,518 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
PEARLAND ISD
Total Students:
2,518
Teachers:
145.31
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
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 2,518 students

White
30.7%
Black or African American
25.3%
Hispanic/Latino
20.7%
Asian
20.0%
Two or more races
2.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
48.1%
Male
51.9%

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.