For the 2026-27 school year, there are 9 public high schools serving 8,201 students in Richardson, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in Richardson, TX are Pearce High School, Richardson High School and Iltexas Aggieland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Richardson, TX public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in Richardson have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Texas public high schools.
Richardson, TX public high school have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is less than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Pearce High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high school average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Richardson, TX (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pearce High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1600 N Coit Rd
Richardson, TX 75080
(469) 593-5000
Richardson, TX 75080
(469) 593-5000
Gr: 9-12 | 2,317 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Richardson High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1250 W Belt Line Rd
Richardson, TX 75080
(469) 593-3000
Richardson, TX 75080
(469) 593-3000
Gr: 9-12 | 2,669 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #33.
Iltexas Aggieland High School
Charter School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2611 Texas Ave S
Richardson, TX 75082
(979) 701-2455
Richardson, TX 75082
(979) 701-2455
Gr: 9-12 | 224 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #44.
Berkner High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1600 E Spring Vly Rd
Richardson, TX 75081
(469) 593-7000
Richardson, TX 75081
(469) 593-7000
Gr: 9-12 | 2,350 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #55.
Evolution Academy Beaumont
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3920 W Cardinal Dr
Richardson, TX 75081
(972) 907-3755
Richardson, TX 75081
(972) 907-3755
Gr: 9-12 | 202 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Evolution Academy Houston
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2414 Spring Cypress Rd
Richardson, TX 75081
(972) 907-3755
Richardson, TX 75081
(972) 907-3755
Gr: 9-12 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #77.
Evolution Academy Charter School
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1101 S Sherman St
Richardson, TX 75081
(972) 907-3755
Richardson, TX 75081
(972) 907-3755
Gr: 9-12 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
Jjaep
Alternative School
400 E Spring Valley Rd
Richardson, TX 75083
(972) 293-4504
Richardson, TX 75083
(972) 293-4504
Gr: 9 | 2 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: n/an/a
P A S S Learning Center
Alternative School
1673 Terre Colony Court
Richardson, TX 75081
(469) 593-5800
Richardson, TX 75081
(469) 593-5800
Gr: 8-11 | 10 students
Richardson, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2100 Copper Rdg
Richardson, TX 75080
(469) 593-6509
Richardson, TX 75080
(469) 593-6509
Gr: Inquire with school
Evolution Academy Port Arthur (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1645 Jefferson Dr
Richardson, TX 75081
(972) 907-3755
Richardson, TX 75081
(972) 907-3755
1313 W Shore Dr
Richardson, TX 75080
(469) 593-6100
Richardson, TX 75080
(469) 593-6100
Gr: K-6 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Richardson Arts/law/science Magnet (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
1250 Belt Line Rd
Richardson, TX 75080
(469) 593-3038
Richardson, TX 75080
(469) 593-3038
Gr: Inquire with school
450 Abrams Rd
Richardson, TX 75081
(469) 593-7600
Richardson, TX 75081
(469) 593-7600
Gr: 7-9 | 607 students Minority enrollment: 81%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Richardson, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in Richardson, TX include Pearce High School, Richardson High School and Iltexas Aggieland High School.
How many public high schools are located in Richardson?
9 public high schools are located in Richardson.
What is the racial composition of students in Richardson?
Richardson public high schools minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high schools average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Richardson are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Richardson include: Pearce High School vs. Richardson High School, Richardson High School vs. Pearce High School, Berkner High School vs. Richardson High School
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