Dobson High School

Dobson High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1501 W Guadalupe Rd,  Mesa, AZ
Mesa Unified School District
3.6
2.5
2,323 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Tamara Addis
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Average SAT Score
1170
Average ACT Score
25
Math Proficiency
43%
Reading Proficiency
42%
Average GPA
3.35
Graduation Rate
83%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
B+
Teachers
B
College Prep
C+
Administration
C
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
B-
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.35
Reading Proficiency
42%
Math Proficiency
43%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
19:1
Teachers
122
Full Time Teachers
122
Teachers in First or Second Year
5.8%
College Prep
Average SAT
1170
Math
580
Verbal
590
Average ACT
25
Math
24
English
24
Reading
25
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
12
AP Pass Rate
47.6%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
52%
State Average
44%
Science
13%
State Average
31%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
328:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.7%
Female
49.3%
Hispanic
52.8%
White
26.2%
Black
8%
Native American
6.1%
Two or more races
3.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1.4%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Arizona State University 657 Students
Northern Arizona University 491 Students
University of Arizona 341 Students
Grand Canyon University 293 Students
Mesa Community College 276 Students
Arizona State University - West Campus 151 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 138 Students
Arizona State University - Polytechnic Campus 126 Students
University of San Diego 111 Students
Phoenix College 73 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 112 Students
Psychology 83 Students
Nursing 82 Students
Biology 58 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 57 Students
Criminology 33 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 32 Students
Education 27 Students
Music Performance 25 Students
Biomedical Sciences and Molecular Medicine 24 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 471 Reviews
5.0 Senior
4/24/2024
Over these past three years I've attended at Dobson High School, I can gladly say it was a while worth spent. I moved from a local state, California, and my high school experience has been nothing but the best. Not only does Dobson excel in academics, but sports also played a big role for me. I never struggled with diversity or discrimination at this high school and I hardly ever see it. Dobson is a great high school and I'm glad I was able to be fortunate to get my education there and not anywhere else.
5.0 Parent
3/4/2024
I HAVE NEVER HAD A BAD EXPERIENCE AT DOBSON HIGH SCHOOL AND MY KIDS HAVE BEEN THERE FOR SEVERAL YEARS...LAST ONE GRADUATING THIS YEAR.
4.0 Senior
1/28/2024
I love the many experiences and opportunities to help with whatever passion you want and they supported me through my love for playing instruments. They also give many opportunities to be involved with school and are diverse. I would like there to be a little more security since people smoking is the only issue we have at our school, though they're trying to handle it.
GreatSchools Reviews
2.5 23 Reviews
1.0 parent
5/30/2025
My son dropped out of Dobson as per assistant principal suggested. Other son also dropped out of Dobson feeling not confident. He went to Rio Salado to get his GED and it turns out he was smarter high levels pass test. So, tell me how he pass GED which is tougher than High school? They favor footbal...
1.0 other
5/30/2025
This school has always been weird with scheduling, they constantly switch your classes around without warning or giving any reason. For some weird reason, this keeps happening to my nephew. They’ll randomly be pulled out of class and told their schedule has been changed, sometimes swapping out one o...
1.0 parent
4/5/2024
I am so disappointed I thought a school was to help the students achieve but not this school
5.0 other
12/25/2022
Dobson is an outstanding school. The teachers and administrators truly care about the students and their families. I highly recommend Dobson High School.

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Dobson High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Mesa, AZ and is served by the Mesa Unified School District in Arizona. The school has a total enrollment of 2,323 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 19:1. Academic records show that 43% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 42% are proficient in reading. Dobson High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.35, the graduation rate is 83%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1170 and an ACT score of 25. The average home value in this area is $459,712. Discover additional schools in the area, like Asdb - Elp FBC East Valley Preschool, East Valley Academy and Crossroads, Mesquite High School, and more. Learn more about what Mesa has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Dobson High School.

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