Serving 2,156 students in grades 9-12, Ryan 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 41% (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.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,156 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ryan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Ryan High School's student population of 2,156 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 161 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Raiders
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,156 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
161 teachers
Year Founded
1991
School Colors
Blue, Red
School Rankings
Ryan 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 Ryan High School is 0.67, 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
#6182 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
46%
53%
Black
21%
13%
White
28%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Ryan High School's ranking?
Ryan High School is ranked #6182 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Ryan High School often compared to?
Ryan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sanger 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 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ryan High School?
The graduation rate of Ryan High School is 98%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Ryan High School?
2,156 students attend Ryan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Ryan High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ryan High School?
Ryan High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Ryan High School offer ?
Ryan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Ryan High School part of?
Ryan High School is part of Denton Independent School District.
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