Serving 1,670 students in grades 9-12, Rio Grande City 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 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,670 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rio Grande City High School serves the northwest part of its school district in Rio Grande City, TX, covering an area of approximately 239.4 square miles. Families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edges located up to 22.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rio Grande City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
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Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Rio Grande City High School's student population of 1,670 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,670 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rio Grande City 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 Rio Grande City High School is 0.00, 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
#6826 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
100%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 1993–2013. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2009–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rio Grande City High School's ranking?
Rio Grande City High School is ranked #6826 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Rio Grande City High School often compared to?
Rio Grande City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grulla 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 44% TX state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rio Grande City High School?
The graduation rate of Rio Grande City High School is 97%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Rio Grande City High School?
1,670 students attend Rio Grande City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Rio Grande City High School students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rio Grande City High School?
Rio Grande City High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rio Grande City High School offer ?
Rio Grande City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rio Grande City High School part of?
Rio Grande City High School is part of Rio Grande City Grulla Independent School District.
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