Rockwall High School is a high school that is part of the Rockwall Independent School District located in Rockwall, Texas. The average class size is around 600 and the school achieves an average graduation rate of 98%.
Serving 2,949 students in grades 9-12, Rockwall High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher 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 41% 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: 2,949 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Rockwall High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Rockwall school district, covering approximately 107.9 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 5.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 10.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rockwall High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Rockwall High School's student population of 2,949 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 190 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,949 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
190 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Relationships. Innovation. Excellence.
School Rankings
Rockwall High School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rockwall 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
#637 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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
98%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-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 Rockwall High School's ranking?
Rockwall High School is ranked #637 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Rockwall High School often compared to?
Rockwall High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rockwall-heath High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rockwall High School?
The graduation rate of Rockwall High School is 98%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Rockwall High School?
2,949 students attend Rockwall High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Rockwall High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rockwall High School?
Rockwall High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rockwall High School offer ?
Rockwall High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rockwall High School part of?
Rockwall High School is part of Rockwall Independent School District.
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