Serving 72 students in grades 7-12, Rising Star High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 72 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rising Star High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Rising Star High School's student population of 72 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
72 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rising Star High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rising Star High School is 0.25, 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
#2601 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
13%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
86%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rising Star High School's ranking?
Rising Star High School is ranked #2601 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rising Star High School?
The graduation rate of Rising Star High School is 50%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Rising Star High School?
72 students attend Rising Star High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Rising Star High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rising Star High School?
Rising Star High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rising Star High School offer ?
Rising Star High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is Rising Star High School part of?
Rising Star High School is part of Rising Star ISD School District.
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