Serving 2,175 students in grades 9-12, Robert M Shoemaker 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 21% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,175 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert M Shoemaker High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Robert M Shoemaker High School's student population of 2,175 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 125 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,175 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
125 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Robert M Shoemaker 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 Robert M Shoemaker High School is 0.70, 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
#6934 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
31%
53%
Black
43%
13%
White
13%
26%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert M Shoemaker High School's ranking?
Robert M Shoemaker High School is ranked #6934 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Robert M Shoemaker High School often compared to?
Robert M Shoemaker High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like C E Ellison High School, Killeen High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Robert M Shoemaker High School?
The graduation rate of Robert M Shoemaker High School is 85%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Robert M Shoemaker High School?
2,175 students attend Robert M Shoemaker High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Robert M Shoemaker High School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert M Shoemaker High School?
Robert M Shoemaker High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Robert M Shoemaker High School offer ?
Robert M Shoemaker High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Robert M Shoemaker High School part of?
Robert M Shoemaker High School is part of Killeen Independent School District.
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