Redwater High School is a public high school located in Redwater, Texas. It is the sole high school in the Redwater Independent School District and is classified as a 3A school by the University Interscholastic League.
Serving 357 students in grades 9-12, Redwater High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Redwater High School serves an attendance zone that covers the entire school district in Redwater, TX, encompassing approximately 90.4 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 9.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Redwater High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Redwater High School's student population of 357 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
357 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Redwater High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Redwater High School is 0.19, 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
#1194 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
3%
54%
Black
3%
13%
White
90%
24%
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Redwater High School's ranking?
Redwater High School is ranked #1194 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Redwater High School often compared to?
Redwater High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pleasant Grove High School, Texas High School, New Boston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Redwater High School?
The graduation rate of Redwater High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Redwater High School?
357 students attend Redwater High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Redwater High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Redwater High School?
Redwater High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Redwater High School offer ?
Redwater High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Redwater High School part of?
Redwater High School is part of Redwater Independent School District.
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