Richland High School is a secondary school located in North Richland Hills, Texas. The school includes grades 9 through 12, and is part of the Birdville Independent School District.
Serving 2,002 students in grades 9-12, Richland 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 34% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 57% 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: 2,002 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Richland High School's student population of 2,002 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 129 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,002 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
129 teachers
Year Founded
1961
Colors
Grey, Cardinal
School Rankings
Richland 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 Richland 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
#4751 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
36%
53%
Black
12%
13%
White
43%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Royals
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Richland High School's ranking?
Richland High School is ranked #4751 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Richland High School often compared to?
Richland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Birdville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Richland High School?
The graduation rate of Richland High School is 94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Richland High School?
2,002 students attend Richland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Richland High School students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Richland High School?
Richland High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Richland High School offer ?
Richland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Richland High School part of?
Richland High School is part of Birdville Independent School District.
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