Birdville High School is a public high school located in the city of North Richland Hills, Texas and is the second newest school in the Birdville Independent School District. Established in 1999, it was the third high school built into the Birdville Independent School District.
Serving 2,097 students in grades 9-12, Birdville High School ranks in the top 50% 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 48% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,097 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Birdville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Birdville High School's student population of 2,097 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 127 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,097 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
127 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Birdville High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Birdville High School is 0.65, 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
#2763 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Hispanic
34%
53%
Black
11%
13%
White
48%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawk
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birdville High School's ranking?
Birdville High School is ranked #2763 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Birdville High School often compared to?
Birdville High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Birdville High School?
The graduation rate of Birdville High School is 96%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Birdville High School?
2,097 students attend Birdville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Birdville High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Birdville High School?
Birdville High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Birdville High School offer ?
Birdville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Birdville High School part of?
Birdville High School is part of Birdville Independent School District.
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