Serving 1,578 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 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,578 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: RAY H S serves the northern part of Corpus Christi, TX, covering an area of approximately 8.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ray High School's student population of 1,578 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,578 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Fighting Texans!
School Rankings
Ray High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ray High School is 0.30, 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
#6370 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
83%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
12%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Fighting Texans
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 #6370 out of 8,096 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% 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 92%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Ray High School?
1,578 students attend Ray High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Ray High School students are Hispanic, 12% 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 16:1, 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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