Serving 898 students in grades 9-12, Ranchview 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 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 898 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ranchview High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Ranchview High School's student population of 898 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
898 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ranchview 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 Ranchview High School is 0.73, 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
#6304 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
5%
Hispanic
27%
53%
Black
39%
13%
White
10%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ranchview High School's ranking?
Ranchview High School is ranked #6304 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ranchview High School?
The graduation rate of Ranchview High School is 94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Ranchview High School?
898 students attend Ranchview High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Ranchview High School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ranchview High School?
Ranchview High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ranchview High School offer ?
Ranchview High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ranchview High School part of?
Ranchview High School is part of Carrollton-Farmers Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Ranchview High School located?
Ranchview High School is located in the Valley Ranch neighborhood of Irving, TX. There are 5 other public schools located in Valley Ranch.
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