Richardson High School

Richardson High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1250 W Belt Line Rd,  Richardson, TX
Richardson Independent School District
4.0
3.6
2,790 Students
A
Niche Grade
Richardson High School is a school in the Richardson Independent School District. The school serves students in ninth through 12th grades. While the school is a public school, students must apply to attend because it is a magnet school. Magnet schools, like Richardson High School, provide students with specialized educational courses and programs. Richardson High School offers standard and advanced classes. Students also have the ability to take various fine arts classes and participate in athletics. Fine arts classes include choir and band or orchestra. Boys' and girls' athletics are separated into varsity and junior varsity teams. Students can try out for sports like tennis, soccer and more. The school colors are purple and gold. The mascot is the Eagles. The school has an extensive list of extracurricular clubs and organizations available to students. Students can learn automotive trade skills and join the Auto Tech Skills USA club. They can participate in clubs like the Writer’s Guild or the Academic Decathalon team. Other academic clubs include the Japanese Club and the National Art Honor Society. Students are encouraged to participate in leadership organizations and challenge themselves academically. While on campus, students can access health and wellness counseling and career counseling services. Whether students attend college or vocational school or go straight into the workforce, Richardson High School aims to prepare students for a successful life after high school.

School Details

Head of School
Chris Choat
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Average SAT Score
1230
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
35%
Reading Proficiency
52%
Average GPA
3.6
Graduation Rate
90%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A
Teachers
A
College Prep
B
Administration
C+
Resources/Facilities
B+
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
C+
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.6
Reading Proficiency
52%
Math Proficiency
35%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
205
Full Time Teachers
205
Teachers in First or Second Year
11.6%
College Prep
Average SAT
1230
Math
610
Verbal
620
Average ACT
26
Math
25
English
26
Reading
27
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
30
AP Pass Rate
64%
AP Math Enrollment
High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

English
25%
State Average
16%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
297:1

Student Diversity

Female
50.6%
Male
49.4%
Hispanic
46.4%
White
26.9%
Black
16.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
6.5%
Two or more races
3%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#27 Most Diverse Public HS in Texas
#59 Niche Standout HS in Texas
#115 Best College Prep Public HS in Texas
Source: Niche

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 Texas - Austin 647 Students
Texas A&M University 527 Students
University of North Texas 458 Students
University of Texas - Dallas 380 Students
Texas Tech University 351 Students
Southern Methodist University 326 Students
Baylor University 312 Students
University of Texas - Arlington 294 Students
Dallas College - Richland Campus 243 Students
Rice University 237 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 232 Students
Biology 203 Students
Psychology 163 Students
Nursing 140 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 135 Students
Computer Science 124 Students
Marketing 80 Students
Mechanical Engineering 70 Students
Finance 66 Students
Architecture 66 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 462 Reviews
5.0 Senior
3/25/2025
My experience with Richardson has been nothing short of amazing. If I had a say in it I would change absolutely nothing, even so there is room for improvement. Richardson is known for the food not being so great, if I could change something it would be making the food better quality and way more nutritional.
4.0 Senior
12/25/2024
It is a place for students that really pursue high Academic goals. It is a strict school with many rules and restriction(yondr pouch, etc). We have absolutely great computer lab with almost 100% computer have a A2000 GPU(3060ti level) inside. The food there is just so so, I don't have much to say. I hope in the future they could break down some of those computer restrictions so student can better explore those great inventions.
4.0 Junior
10/31/2024
My overall experience with the school has been great. The only major issue is that there are many fights that happen almost daily, and it starts to become dangerous just walking around the school. Despite this, the teachers are very nice, and there are enough classes to be either rigorous or easy enough for each student.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.6 8 Reviews
5.0 parent
4/29/2024
My 3 kids have had a great experience at RHS. Families are very involved and staff is very supportive. Plenty of opportunities for students be involved in different magnets, focus groups, arts/ music programs or athletics. Highly recommend!
5.0 parent
2/19/2024
Wonderful school for academics both of my kids were well prepared for college. Special services helped our son with transition to college.
4.0 other
6/8/2015
Great school. Most teachers are on top of their work. You have to stay on top of classes though especially Senior Year.
1.0 parent
8/12/2014
This is an okay school for academics. That's about the only positive I can give. If you have a son or daughter into athletics then don't even bother expecting to win. The athletes are terrible and the Coaches are even worse. It must be nice to collect a check but your athletes don't produce. The onl...

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Richardson 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 2,790 students and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 35% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 52% are proficient in reading. Richardson High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.6, the graduation rate is 90%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1230 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $465,780. Discover additional schools in the area, like JJ Pearce High School, Coram Deo Academy of Dallas, Pioneer Technology & Arts Academy North Dallas, and more. Learn more about what Richardson has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Richardson High School.

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