ANDY DEKANEY H S

www.springisd.org/dhs

2,401 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Andy Dekaney High School, located in Houston, Texas, is a prominent secondary institution within the Spring Independent School District. Serving a diverse student population, the school is known for its commitment to academic growth, character development, and preparing students for post-secondary success. The campus offers a comprehensive high school experience that emphasizes both rigorous classroom instruction and a wide array of extracurricular activities, ranging from competitive athletics and fine arts programs to various student-led clubs and organizations.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Dekaney High School strives to cultivate a supportive community environment by fostering strong relationships between faculty, students, and families. The school places a high priority on student engagement and empowerment, encouraging learners to take an active role in their educational journey. By integrating technology, diverse learning opportunities, and a focus on community spirit, the school aims to equip its graduates with the essential skills and personal resilience needed to thrive in an evolving global landscape.

2,401

Total Students

136.0

Full-Time Teachers

17.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

82.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for ANDY DEKANEY H S
Demographic	Student Count
White	48
Hispanic	1,218
Black	1,057
Asian	29
Two or More	29
American Indian	17
Pacific Islander	3

Hispanic
1,218 (50.7 %)
Black
1,057 (44.0 %)
White
48 (2.0 %)
Asian
29 (1.2 %)
Two or More
29 (1.2 %)
American Indian
17 (0.7 %)
Pacific Islander
3 (0.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	N/A
Shared Time Status:	N/A
District:	SPRING ISD
Phone:	(281)891-7260
Website:	http://www.springisd.org/dhs
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	2,401
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	136.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	1,684
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	296

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 748

Grade 10 782

Grade 11 483

Grade 12 388