George Ranch High School is a secondary school located in unincorporated Fort Bend County, Texas, United States, south of Richmond. The school is part of the Lamar Consolidated Independent School District.
Serving 2,337 students in grades 9-12, George Ranch High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,337 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: George Ranch High School serves the southeast part of Richmond, TX, covering an area of approximately 115.1 square miles, with most students living within a 10-15 minute drive from the school and an average distance of 6.7 miles to the zone edge, reaching up to 11.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George Ranch High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
George Ranch High School's student population of 2,337 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,337 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
Campus Size
6A
School Rankings
George Ranch High School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George Ranch High School is 0.74, 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
#645 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
13%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
28%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
White
36%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
90.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon, Gray & White
School Mascot
Longhorns
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George Ranch High School's ranking?
George Ranch High School is ranked #645 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are George Ranch High School often compared to?
George Ranch High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Foster High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of George Ranch High School?
The graduation rate of George Ranch High School is 97%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend George Ranch High School?
2,337 students attend George Ranch High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of George Ranch High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George Ranch High School?
George Ranch High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does George Ranch High School offer ?
George Ranch High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is George Ranch High School part of?
George Ranch High School is part of Lamar CISD School District.
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