Serving 2,356 students in grades 9-12, Rowlett 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 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,356 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rowlett High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Rowlett High School's student population of 2,356 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 147 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,356 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
147 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rowlett 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 Rowlett 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
#6387 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
43%
53%
Black
27%
13%
White
22%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
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 Rowlett High School's ranking?
Rowlett High School is ranked #6387 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Rowlett High School often compared to?
Rowlett High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sachse 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 41% TX state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rowlett High School?
The graduation rate of Rowlett High School is 92%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Rowlett High School?
2,356 students attend Rowlett High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Rowlett High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 22% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rowlett High School?
Rowlett High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rowlett High School offer ?
Rowlett High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rowlett High School part of?
Rowlett High School is part of Garland Independent School District.
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