School Overview
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.
2,564
Total Students
154.7
Full-Time Teachers
16.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for DRIPPING SPRINGS H S
Demographic Student Count
White1,754
Hispanic572
Black20
Asian74
Two or More136
American Indian4
Pacific Islander4
  • White
    1,754 (68.4%)
  • Hispanic
    572 (22.3%)
  • Two or More
    136 (5.3%)
  • Asian
    74 (2.9%)
  • Black
    20 (0.8%)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    4 (0.2%)
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: DRIPPING SPRINGS ISD
Phone: (512)858-3100
Website: http://www.dsisd.txed.net
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 2,564
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 154.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.6
NSLP Participation:1 No
Qualified Free Lunch: N/A
Qualified Reduced Lunch: N/A
Grades Taught
Grade 9 639
Grade 10 683
Grade 11 615
Grade 12 627

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for DRIPPING SPRINGS H S
Grade Student Count
Grade 9639
Grade 10683
Grade 11615
Grade 12627
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for DRIPPING SPRINGS H S
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,24448.5%
Male1,32051.5%
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