Rankin High School is a public high school located in Rankin, Texas and classified as a 1A school by the UIL. It is part of the Rankin Independent School District located in southeastern Upton County
Serving 301 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Rankin School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rankin High School's attendance zone covers the entire Rankin, TX school district, encompassing approximately 832.7 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 36.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rankin School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Rankin School's student population of 301 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Total Students
301 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Building a better world one student at a time.
School Rankings
Rankin 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 Rankin School is 0.54, 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
#3195 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
43%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
53%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Maroon
School Mascot
Red Devils
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rankin School's ranking?
Rankin School is ranked #3195 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rankin School?
The graduation rate of Rankin School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Rankin School?
301 students attend Rankin School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Rankin School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rankin School?
Rankin School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rankin School offer ?
Rankin School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12
What school district is Rankin School part of?
Rankin School is part of Rankin Independent School District.
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