Rowlett High School is a public secondary school located in Rowlett, Texas. Rowlett High School enrolls students in grades 9-12 and is a part of the Garland Independent School District. The school opened in the fall of 1996 with Marlene Hammerle as principal. It is the second newest high school in the district.
Serving 2,286 students in grades 9-12, Rowlett 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 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,286 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Rowlett High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
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Rowlett High School's student population of 2,286 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 143 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,286 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
143 teachers
Year Founded
1996
Colors
White, Maroon
School Calendar
Rowlett High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rowlett High School is 0.71, 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
#6169 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
41%
53%
Black
27%
13%
White
23%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id="school-notes">School Notes- School Mascot: Rowlett Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Rowlett High School's ranking?
Rowlett High School is ranked #6169 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Rowlett High School often compared to?
Rowlett High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sachse High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rowlett High School?
The graduation rate of Rowlett High School is 91%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Rowlett High School?
2,286 students attend Rowlett High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Rowlett High School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 23% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rowlett High School?
Rowlett High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rowlett High School offer ?
Rowlett High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rowlett High School part of?
Rowlett High School is part of Garland Independent School District.
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