Serving 2,790 students in grades 9-12, Richardson High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,790 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richardson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Richardson High School's student population of 2,790 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 203 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,790 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
203 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Richardson High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Richardson High School is 0.69, which is more 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
#2072 out of 8079 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
46%
53%
Black
17%
13%
White
27%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richardson High School's ranking?
Richardson High School is ranked #2072 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Richardson High School often compared to?
Richardson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pearce High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Richardson High School?
The graduation rate of Richardson High School is 93%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Richardson High School?
2,790 students attend Richardson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Richardson High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richardson High School?
Richardson High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richardson High School offer ?
Richardson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Richardson High School part of?
Richardson High School is part of Richardson ISD School District.
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