For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 3,929 students in 77539, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in 77539, TX are Galveston Co Detention Center, Transforming Lives Cooperative (Tlc) and Dickinson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 77539 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in 77539, TX have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 77539 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Dickinson Continuation Center, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best 77539, TX Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Galveston Co Detention Center
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6101 Attwater
Dickinson, TX 77539
(281) 229-6363
Dickinson, TX 77539
(281) 229-6363
Gr: 6-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Transforming Lives Cooperative (Tlc)
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6101 Attwater
Dickinson, TX 77539
(281) 229-6320
Dickinson, TX 77539
(281) 229-6320
Gr: 8-11 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #33.
Dickinson High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3800 Baker Dr
Dickinson, TX 77539
(281) 229-6400
Dickinson, TX 77539
(281) 229-6400
Gr: 9-12 | 3,810 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #44.
Dickinson Continuation Center
Alternative School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2805 Oak Park
Dickinson, TX 77539
(281) 229-6350
Dickinson, TX 77539
(281) 229-6350
Gr: 8-12 | 78 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: n/an/a
Coastal Alternative Program (Cap)
Alternative School
13302 Hwy 6
Dickinson, TX 77539
(409) 925-9701
Dickinson, TX 77539
(409) 925-9701
Gr: 8-11 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: n/an/a
Galveston Co J J A E P
Alternative School
6101 Attwater
Dickinson, TX 77539
(281) 229-6363
Dickinson, TX 77539
(281) 229-6363
Gr: 9 | 1 student Student-teacher ratio: 1:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 77539, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in 77539, TX include Galveston Co Detention Center, Transforming Lives Cooperative (Tlc) and Dickinson High School.
How many public high schools are located in 77539?
6 public high schools are located in 77539.
What is the racial composition of students in 77539?
77539 public high schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
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