Serving 1,588 students in grades 9-12, Ray 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 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower 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 87% 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: 1,588 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ray High School's student population of 1,588 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,588 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
School Rankings
Ray 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 Ray High School is 0.31, 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
#5627 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
82%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
13%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ray High School's ranking?
Ray High School is ranked #5627 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Ray High School often compared to?
Ray High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Veterans Memorial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ray High School?
The graduation rate of Ray High School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Ray High School?
1,588 students attend Ray High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Ray High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ray High School?
Ray High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ray High School offer ?
Ray High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ray High School part of?
Ray High School is part of Corpus Christi Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Ray High School located?
Ray High School is located in the Bay Area neighborhood of Corpus Christi, TX. There are 11 other public schools located in Bay Area.
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