Richardson High School is a magnet high school in Richardson, Texas, United States with approximately 2,770 students and a student/teacher ratio of approximately 15:1 in the 2018–2019 school year. It is the oldest high school in the Richardson Independent School District.
Serving 2,754 students in grades 9-12, Richardson 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 52% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,754 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richardson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Richardson High School's student population of 2,754 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 205 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,754 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
205 teachers
Year Founded
1890
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Rankings
Richardson 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 Richardson High School is 0.69, 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
#4141 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
45%
53%
Black
18%
13%
White
27%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Richardson Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richardson High School's ranking?
Richardson High School is ranked #4141 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Richardson High School often compared to?
Richardson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Pearce High School, Berkner 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 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Richardson High School?
The graduation rate of Richardson High School is 88%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Richardson High School?
2,754 students attend Richardson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Richardson High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richardson High School?
Richardson High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richardson High School offer ?
Richardson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Richardson High School part of?
Richardson High School is part of Richardson Independent School District.
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