Serving 334 students in grades 7-12, Riesel School ranks in the top 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Riesel School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Riesel school district, covering approximately 58.8 square miles in Riesel, TX. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 5.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 8.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riesel School's student population of 334 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
334 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Riesel School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Riesel School is 0.52, 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
#3022 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
29%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Maroon
School Mascot
Indian
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Riesel School's ranking?
Riesel School is ranked #3022 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Riesel School often compared to?
Riesel Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bosqueville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Riesel School?
The graduation rate of Riesel School is 90%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Riesel School?
334 students attend Riesel School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Riesel School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riesel School?
Riesel School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Riesel School offer ?
Riesel School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Riesel School part of?
Riesel School is part of Riesel Independent School District.
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