Richard King High School, commonly referred to as King, is one of six secondary schools that are part of the Corpus Christi Independent School District in Corpus Christi, Texas. It is one of the largest high schools within the Corpus Christi area and is classified as a 5A school by the UIL.
Serving 1,335 students in grades 9-12, King 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 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,335 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
King High School's student population of 1,335 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Year Founded
1965
Colors
White, Green, Forest Green
School Rankings
King 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 King High School is 0.38, which is less 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
#6762 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
77%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
17%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs/lady Mustangs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is King High School's ranking?
King High School is ranked #6762 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are King High School often compared to?
King High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carroll High School, Ray High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of King High School?
The graduation rate of King High School is 88%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend King High School?
1,335 students attend King High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of King High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of King High School?
King High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does King High School offer ?
King High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is King High School part of?
King High School is part of Corpus Christi Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is King High School located?
King High School is located in the Bay Area neighborhood of Corpus Christi, TX. There are 11 other public schools located in Bay Area.
School Reviews
2 12/11/2012
If the school band is an example of the school, I would say "no" on recommendation. Friday, the 16th of November, I attended the game against S.A. Bandeis. It has always been the custom for the band to face and perform for the hosting team. Why did they turn their backs to the host, while playing Westside Story. I found it offensive.
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