DRIPPING SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL

DRIPPING SPRINGS MIDDLE is a Title I public middle school that is part of the DRIPPING SPRINGS ISD school district, located in DRIPPING SPRINGS, TX with about 761 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 48 teachers, DRIPPING SPRINGS MIDDLE 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 MIDDLE School (DSMS), located at 111 Tiger Lane in Dripping Springs, Texas, serves as a core campus within the highly regarded Dripping Springs Independent School District. Known for its strong commitment to academic excellence and student development, the school caters to the middle-level educational needs of a growing community in the Texas Hill Country. The campus fosters an environment that prioritizes both rigorous curriculum standards and the social-emotional growth of students during their formative middle school years.

Beyond the classroom, DRIPPING SPRINGS MIDDLE School is recognized for its vibrant school spirit and diverse extracurricular opportunities, which include a variety of athletic programs, fine arts initiatives, and student-led organizations. By leveraging its affiliation with the broader DSISD framework, the school aims to prepare students for success in high school and beyond by promoting a culture of community, innovation, and character. Prospective families and community members can find detailed information regarding school policies, academic calendars, and district news on the official website at http://www.dsisdtx.us.

For more information, contact DRIPPING SPRINGS MIDDLE at (512) 858-3400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

111 TIGER LN
DRIPPING SPRINGS, TX 78620-3451
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DRIPPING SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in DRIPPING SPRINGS, TX with about 761 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Texas

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Middle School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
761
Teachers:
48
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th 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 761 students

White
67.8%
Hispanic/Latino
26.0%
Two or more races
4.1%
Asian
1.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.7%
Black or African American
0.3%

Female
46.9%
Male
53.1%

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.