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 2,297 students in grades 9-12, Red Oak 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 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,297 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Red Oak High School's student population of 2,297 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 139 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,297 students
Total Classroom Teachers
139 teachers
Year Founded
1976
Colors
White, Maroon
School Calendar
School Rankings
Red Oak 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 Red Oak High School is 0.67, 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
#5701 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
38%
54%
Black
40%
13%
White
16%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
56%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Oak High School's ranking?
Red Oak High School is ranked #5701 out of 8,096 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% 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 94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Red Oak High School?
2,297 students attend Red Oak High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Red Oak High School students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 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 17:1, 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 9-12
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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