Red Oak High School is a 5A high school located in Red Oak, Texas, United States. It is part of the Red Oak Independent School District located in far north central Ellis County. In 2012, the school was rated "Academically Acceptable" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 2,163 students in grades 8-12, Red Oak High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 2,163 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Red Oak High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Red Oak High School's student population of 2,163 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 142 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
2,163 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
142 teachers
Year Founded
1976
Colors
White, Maroon
School Rankings
Red Oak 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 Red Oak High School is 0.68, 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
#4787 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
37%
53%
Black
40%
13%
White
18%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawk
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Oak High School's ranking?
Red Oak High School is ranked #4787 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Red Oak High School often compared to?
Red Oak High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Midlothian High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Red Oak High School?
The graduation rate of Red Oak High School is 89%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Red Oak High School?
2,163 students attend Red Oak High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Red Oak High School students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Red Oak High School?
Red Oak High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Red Oak High School offer ?
Red Oak High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Red Oak High School part of?
Red Oak High School is part of Red Oak Independent School District.
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