Berkner High School STEM Academy is a Richardson Independent School District public high school. The school serves students in ninth through 12th grades. Berkner High School is located off East Spring Valley Road in Richardson. The school has many academic classes and extracurricular activities available to its students.
Berkner High School offers standard and advanced level courses. Students can take dual credit courses or courses in advanced programs, like Advancement Via Individual Determination. Berkner is also a Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics school. Students have access to career counseling services as well as vocational career training.
In addition to outstanding academic programs, Berkner High School has an impressive fine arts department and a variety of sports programs. The Berkner Band is an award winning band under the direction of one of the area's top 10 band programs. There is also a school orchestra and jazz band. Students interested in fine arts can also take art classes, including visual arts, or join the choir.
There are several award winning programs at Berkner High School in men’s and women’s sports. Men’s sports teams include football, basketball and soccer. Women can also play basketball and soccer, or they can play volleyball or tennis. Berkner High School is home of the Rams. The school colors are green and white.
Students are well prepared for life after high school. Following graduation, they have the knowledge and skills needed to attend college or join the workforce.
Berkner High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
1600 E Spring Valley Rd,
Richardson, TX
Richardson Independent School District
School Details
Head of School
Mr Henry Hall
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Average SAT Score
1100
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
17%
Reading Proficiency
38%
Average GPA
3.5
Graduation Rate
88%
Annual Tuition
$0
Niche Grade
B-
B+
A-
C+
C
B
B
C
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.5
Reading Proficiency
38%
Math Proficiency
17%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
180
Full Time Teachers
180
Teachers in First or Second Year
8.8%
College Prep
Average SAT
1100
Math
560
Verbal
550
Average ACT
22
Math
21
English
21
Reading
22
Science
22
Number of AP Courses
24
AP Pass Rate
45.2%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low
GreatSchools Rating
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GreatSchools Rating Details
Test Scores
English
10%
State Average
16%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
270:1
Student Diversity
Male
52.1%
Female
47.9%
Hispanic
37.1%
Black
28.7%
White
16.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
13.6%
Two or more races
3.3%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Specialty School Programs
AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program
Colleges Students are Considering
Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of North Texas
593 Students
University of Texas - Austin
585 Students
Texas A&M University
512 Students
University of Texas - Arlington
423 Students
University of Texas - Dallas
420 Students
Dallas College - Richland Campus
382 Students
Texas State University
297 Students
University of Houston
297 Students
Baylor University
296 Students
Texas Tech University
295 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
274 Students
Nursing
234 Students
Psychology
144 Students
Biology
141 Students
Computer Science
104 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies
93 Students
Marketing
75 Students
Mechanical Engineering
62 Students
Accounting
59 Students
Finance
52 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
5/29/2025
Although it's only my second year at Berkner, it's a very diverse school that creates a really good sense of community with all of the school events that are hosted. I definitely look forward to my next 2 years here.
4/19/2025
I have only attended this school, and it is better than other schools in the district. The admin could do a better job of communicating effectively with students so that opportunities are not missed. Not everything can be fixed, but the behavior issues could be handled better.
3/16/2025
The best part of my experience at Berkner was the friends I made and the classroom engagement I had. This can vary based on every individual, but if you seek these qualities you will find them. The worst part is how unhelpful most of the administration is. You have to get close to the administration to receive decent help which means you have to be one of their favorites.
GreatSchools Reviews
8/13/2025
I personally graduated here it’s really good has a lot of growth I feel like! I had a very troubled home and they really helped me with getting my grades up and we’re really there for me when I really needed it Music class was phenomenal. Language arts was great!
8/30/2024
get rid of yonder pouches. absolutely terrible, students bypass by putting a burner phone in the pouch, and have the real phone in their hand. School buys yonder pouches but cant afford a decent meal for lunch. GET RID OF YONDR. last year without yondr, so many students had the freedom to use their...
2/27/2024
My daughter graduated 3 years ago and she was lucky. She is smart and driven but just the other day she lamented how poorly Berkner prepared her for college. She was blessed to get a 95% fully covered tuition to an East Coast Baby Ivy and she will tell you she had to learn to study because Berkner w...
2/17/2024
My son attends this school, and he has had an excellent experience. It is a "very" diverse school, which is a benefit for everyone who works at and attends it. The students and staff get the opportunity to engage with a wide variety of cultures, which provides them an opportunity to learn about and...
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List Price Range
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Homes For Sale
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Average Home Value
$426,380
Median Lot Size
8,712 Sq Ft
% Renters
27%
Average Household Income
$104,411
% of College Grads
37.4%
Median Age
41
Average House Size
2,106 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
55.6%
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Berkner High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Richardson, TX and is served by the Richardson Independent School District in Texas. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 2,394 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 17% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 38% are proficient in reading. Berkner High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 5 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.5, the graduation rate is 88%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1100 and an ACT score of 22. The average home value in this area is $426,380. Discover additional schools in the area, like N Garland High School, Salam Academy, Brighter Horizons Academy, and more. Learn more about what Richardson has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Berkner High School.