Serving 1,674 students in grades 9-12, Rio Grande City 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 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,674 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rio Grande City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Rio Grande City High School's student population of 1,674 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 126 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,674 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
126 teachers
School Rankings
Rio Grande City 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 Rio Grande City High School is 0.00, 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
#6328 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
100%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
n/a
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rio Grande City High School's ranking?
Rio Grande City High School is ranked #6328 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Rio Grande City High School often compared to?
Rio Grande City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Grulla High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rio Grande City High School?
The graduation rate of Rio Grande City High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Rio Grande City High School?
1,674 students attend Rio Grande City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Rio Grande City High School students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rio Grande City High School?
Rio Grande City High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rio Grande City High School offer ?
Rio Grande City High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rio Grande City High School part of?
Rio Grande City High School is part of Rio Grande City Grulla Independent School District.
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