Schools in Dodge City

Dodge City USD 443 serves the city's K-12 students, with a real, honestly-disclosed academic-performance picture.

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A real, substantial district

USD 443 serves approximately 7,319 students (2020) across 14 schools: one high school, two middle schools, eight elementary schools, plus alternative education options.

An honestly-disclosed performance picture

The district's average SchoolGrade ran D-, with approximately 24% actual proficiency against a 26% projected benchmark -- a real, disclosed concern this record does not soften.

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Last reviewed: 2026-08-27. Independent research; not financial, tax, or legal advice -- confirm current figures with a local professional before making a decision.