R. L. Turner High School is a public high school located in Carrollton, Texas, in the Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District. The school serves portions of Carrollton, Farmers Branch, and Addison. In 2015, the school was rated "Met Standard" by the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 2,010 students in grades 9-12, Turner 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 25% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than 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 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,010 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Turner High School's student population of 2,010 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 144 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,010 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
144 teachers
Year Founded
1903
Colors
White, Blue
School Rankings
Turner High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Turner High School is 0.38, 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
#7053 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
6%
Hispanic
78%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
9%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lions
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turner High School's ranking?
Turner High School is ranked #7053 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Turner High School often compared to?
Turner High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smith High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Turner High School?
The graduation rate of Turner High School is 92%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Turner High School?
2,010 students attend Turner High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Turner High School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Turner High School?
Turner High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Turner High School offer ?
Turner High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Turner High School part of?
Turner High School is part of Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Turner High School located?
Turner High School is located in the Southwest Carrollton neighborhood of Carrollton, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Southwest Carrollton.
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