Serving 468 students in grades 9-12, Rockdale 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rockdale High School's attendance zone covers the entire Rockdale, TX school district, encompassing approximately 227.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points in the zone takes about 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge located 17.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rockdale High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
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Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Rockdale High School's student population of 468 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
468 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Rockdale 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 Rockdale High School is 0.60, 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
#6943 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
53%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
7%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
35%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2024. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rockdale High School's ranking?
Rockdale High School is ranked #6943 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Rockdale High School often compared to?
Rockdale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Milano High School, Cameron Yoe High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rockdale High School?
The graduation rate of Rockdale High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Rockdale High School?
468 students attend Rockdale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Rockdale High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rockdale High School?
Rockdale High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rockdale High School offer ?
Rockdale High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rockdale High School part of?
Rockdale High School is part of Rockdale Independent School District.
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