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Below Average

#6694 of 8,552 schools in TX

Del Rio H S

High School · SAN FELIPE-DEL RIO CISD

P O BOX 428002, Del Rio, TX 78842

Enrollment

2,491

Student-Teacher

17.5:1

Score

4.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#6,694 of 8,552

In Del Rio

#12 of 16

public schools

In district

#10 of 14

SAN FELIPE-DEL RIO CISD

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Del Rio H S

4.8/10

High School in Del Rio · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Del Rio Early College H S

7.2/10

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3.5/10

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About Del Rio H S

Del Rio H S is a public high school in Del Rio, TX, part of SAN FELIPE-DEL RIO CISD. Del Rio H S serves approximately 2,491 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Del Rio H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #6,694 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Del Rio H S show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.1 pts below district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • TX avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

Del Rio H S is a large school: 2,491 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

33% of students at Del Rio H S were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.86 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-16.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.3 pts
Overall Proficiency38% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-6.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
College Readiness5.5Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate90%
AP Participation14%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,076
Chronic Absenteeism32.6%

Del Rio H S — Students at Del Rio H S score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

70.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 50.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 52.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 28 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
72%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
50%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
51%
2015
Math
27%
ELA
44%
2016
Math
78%
ELA
51%
2017
Math
38%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
30%
2019
Math
43%
ELA
30%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
30%
2024
Math
27%
ELA
48%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.7/10.

How Del Rio H S Compares

See how Del Rio H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.8/10
22th percentile in TX
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Sports
20
10 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
71%
Teaching Staff
18:1 student-teacher ratio
142 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
14% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics20sports offered
10 boys'·10 girls'·42 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

P O BOX 428002, Del Rio, TX 78842

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Del Rio H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HERITAGE ACADEMY OF DEL RIO (rated 8.9/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DEL RIO EARLY COLLEGE H S (rated 7.2/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BLENDED ACADEMY (rated 5.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Del Rio, see our Del Rio schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 34.8 mi
School Distance Rating
DEL RIO EARLY COLLEGE H S Del Rio 0.1 mi 7.2
PREMIER H S OF DEL RIO Lewisville 0.4 mi 3.5
DR LONNIE GREEN JR EL Del Rio 0.4 mi 5.6
IRENE C CARDWELL EL Del Rio 0.6 mi 3.5
HERITAGE ACADEMY OF DEL RIO MIDDLE Del Rio 1.3 mi 9.0
HERITAGE ACADEMY OF DEL RIO Del Rio 1.7 mi 8.9
BUENA VISTA EL Del Rio 1.7 mi 4.7
GARFIELD EL Del Rio 2.0 mi 3.7
BLENDED ACADEMY Del Rio 2.0 mi 5.6
ST JAMES EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Del Rio 2.1 mi 5.2
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL Del Rio 2.2 mi 4.6
CENIZA HILLS EL Del Rio 2.5 mi 5.1
LAMAR EL Del Rio 2.6 mi 6.6
DEL RIO MIDDLE Del Rio 2.7 mi 5.4
DR FERMIN CALDERON EL Del Rio 2.7 mi 5.4
SAN FELIPE MEMORIAL MIDDLE Del Rio 2.9 mi 5.8
RUBEN CHAVIRA EL Del Rio 4.5 mi 3.4
ROBERTO BOBBY BARRERA EL STEM MAGNET Del Rio 7.9 mi 8.6
COMSTOCK SCHOOL Comstock 25.5 mi 7.8
MAUDE MAE KIRCHNER EL Eagle Pass 34.8 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78842 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Population

0

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Del Rio H S

What grades does Del Rio H S serve?

Del Rio H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Del Rio H S?

Del Rio H S has an enrollment of approximately 2,491 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Del Rio H S?

The student-teacher ratio at Del Rio H S is 17.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Del Rio H S rank in TX?

Del Rio H S ranks #6,694 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Del Rio H S's MySchoolScout rating?

Del Rio H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Del Rio H S?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Del Rio H S has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Del Rio H S a charter school?

No, Del Rio H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Del Rio H S a Title I school?

No, Del Rio H S is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Del Rio H S?

70.7% of students at Del Rio H S qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
12 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,491
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
142
Free/Reduced Lunch
70.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Val Verde County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.6%
4-Year Graduation
90.0%

District

SAN FELIPE-DEL RIO CISD
District Enrollment
9,907
Schools in District
14
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,076
District Rank
#10 of 14

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