Billy Ryan High School is a public high school located in east Denton, Texas. It is the second high school of the Denton Independent School District and classified as a 5A school by the UIL.
Serving 2,051 students in grades 9-12, Ryan 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 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,051 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ryan High School serves the northeast part of Denton, TX, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 73.1 square miles, where most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 11 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ryan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Ryan High School's student population of 2,051 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 162 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,051 students
Total Classroom Teachers
162 teachers
Year Founded
1991
Colors
Blue, Red
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Ryan 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 Ryan High School is 0.67, which is more 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
#6370 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
46%
54%
Black
20%
13%
White
28%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raiders
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ryan High School's ranking?
Ryan High School is ranked #6370 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Ryan High School often compared to?
Ryan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sanger High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ryan High School?
The graduation rate of Ryan High School is 98%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Ryan High School?
2,051 students attend Ryan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Ryan High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ryan High School?
Ryan High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ryan High School offer ?
Ryan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ryan High School part of?
Ryan High School is part of Denton Independent School District.
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