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 2,069 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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,069 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Birdville High School serves the eastern part of North Richland Hills, TX, covering an area of approximately 14.6 square miles. The average commute from the outer edges of the attendance zone is about 10 to 12 minutes, with the furthest point located 6.6 miles from the school.
- 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
School Overview
Birdville High School's student population of 2,069 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 120 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,069 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
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 0.66, 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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
34%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Excellence, Integrity, Service
School Mascot
Hawk
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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 90.3%.
How many students attend Birdville High School?
2,069 students attend Birdville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Birdville High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
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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