Serving 1,941 students in grades 9-12, Rowe High 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 44% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is equal to the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,941 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rowe High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Rowe High School's student population of 1,941 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 137 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,941 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
137 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rowe High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rowe High School is 0.08, 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
#3495 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
96%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
3%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (07-08)
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rowe High School's ranking?
Rowe High School is ranked #3495 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Rowe High School often compared to?
Rowe High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcallen High School, Memorial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rowe High School?
The graduation rate of Rowe High School is 97%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Rowe High School?
1,941 students attend Rowe High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Rowe High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rowe High School?
Rowe High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rowe High School offer ?
Rowe High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rowe High School part of?
Rowe High School is part of Mcallen ISD School District.
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