Lloyd V. Berkner High School is a high school in Richardson, in the U.S. state of Texas, with a 2008 enrollment of 2,755 and a student/teacher ratio of 16.7. It is one of four high schools in the Richardson Independent School District.
Serving 2,312 students in grades 9-12, Berkner High 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 17% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,312 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berkner High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Berkner High School's student population of 2,312 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 180 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,312 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
180 teachers
Year Founded
1969
Colors
White, Green
School Rankings
Berkner High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berkner High School is 0.73, 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
#7128 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
6%
Hispanic
38%
53%
Black
29%
13%
White
16%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berkner High School's ranking?
Berkner High School is ranked #7128 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Berkner High School often compared to?
Berkner High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lake Highlands High School, Richardson High School, Pearce High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Berkner High School?
The graduation rate of Berkner High School is 92%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Berkner High School?
2,312 students attend Berkner High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Berkner High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 14% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Berkner High School?
Berkner High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Berkner High School offer ?
Berkner High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Berkner High School part of?
Berkner High School is part of Richardson Independent School District.
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