Serving 321 students in grades 7-12, Riesel School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Riesel School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Riesel School's student population of 321 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
321 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Riesel School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riesel School is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4152 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
25%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
69%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riesel School's ranking?
Riesel School is ranked #4152 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Riesel School often compared to?
Riesel Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bosqueville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riesel School?
The graduation rate of Riesel School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Riesel School?
321 students attend Riesel School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Riesel School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Riesel School?
Riesel School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riesel School offer ?
Riesel School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Riesel School part of?
Riesel School is part of Riesel ISD School District.
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