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Roma High School

Summary:

Roma High School is a public high school located in Roma, Texas, serving grades 9-12 with a total enrollment of 1,773 students. The school is part of the Roma Independent School District, which is ranked 109 out of 968 districts in Texas and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Roma High School faces significant challenges, with an overwhelmingly Hispanic student population (over 99%) and consistently lower academic performance compared to state and regional averages. The school has consistently ranked in the bottom half of Texas high schools, with a ranking between 1,115 and 1,454 out of around 1,800-1,900 high schools over the past 10 years. While the school's four-year graduation rates have improved, reaching 91.6% in 2022-2023, they are still slightly below the state average. Additionally, Roma High School's STAAR EOC test scores are consistently lower than the state and district averages across all subject areas, with proficiency rates ranging from 26% to 59%, compared to state averages of 44% to 71%.

When comparing Roma High School to other nearby schools, some interesting patterns emerge. Rio Grande City High School, in the neighboring Rio Grande City Grulla Independent School District, has a similar racial makeup and student population size, but slightly higher test scores and graduation rates. Idea Rio Grande City College Preparatory, a public charter school, has higher test scores than Roma High School across most subject areas, despite serving a similar demographic of students. Meanwhile, Preparatory For Early College High School, also in the Rio Grande City Grulla ISD, stands out with significantly higher test scores and graduation rates than both Roma High School and the district average. Despite these challenges, Roma High School has shown relatively strong performance in the "Migrant Students" subgroup and for its English Language Learner (ELL) students, indicating the school may have effective programs or support systems in place for these populations.


Detail:

Public 9-12

 2021 N Us Hwy 83
       Roma, TX  78584-0187

(956) 849-1333

District: Roma Independent School District (Isd)

SchoolDigger Rank:
1276th of 1,987 Texas High Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $12,998 Help


Feeder schools for Roma High School:

Elementary:    Delia Gonzalez Garcia Elementary
    Emma Vera Elementary
    Florence J Scott Elementary
    Roel A & Celia R Saenz Elementary
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Middle:    Ramiro Barrera Middle
    Roma Middle

Student/teacher ratio:  14.1 Help
Number of students:  1,773

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:
99.8%
White:
0.2%

Free/discounted lunch recipients:  80% Help


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Performance Trends
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Compare Details Roma High School ranks worse than 64.2% of high schools in Texas. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 36.44. (See more...)
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The four-year cohort graduation rate measures the percentage of students at Roma High School who earn a standard high school diploma within four years of starting ninth grade.
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The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.
Student Body
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Compare Details Racial makeup is: Hispanic (99.8%), White (0.2%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 80% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Roma High School is 14.1. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Roma High School is $12,998.
Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Roma High School:

SchoolDigger ranks Roma High School 1276th of 1987 Texas public high schools. (See Roma High School in the ranking list.)

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Roma Independent School District (Isd):

SchoolDigger ranks Roma Independent School District (Isd) 109th of 968 Texas school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Roma High School

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Rank History for all students at Roma High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 30.68 1183rd 1427 17.1%
2005 33.48 1126th 1429 21.2%
2006 37.84 1066th 1430 25.5%
2007 38.79 1108th 1497 26.0%
2008 35.98 1176th 1510 22.1%
2009 45.89 1069th 1539 30.5%
2010 44.61 1148th 1568 26.8%
2011 43.32 1247th 1672 25.4%
2012 36.96 1165th 1603 27.3%
2013 38.20 1142nd 1652 30.9%
2014 39.57 1173rd 1734 32.4%
2015 42.22 1145th 1743 34.3%
2016 39.36 1199th 1762 32.0%
2017 35.65 1116th 1777 37.2%
2018 35.47 1155th 1797 35.7%
2019 27.84 1385th 1857 25.4%
2021 27.38 1380th 1861 25.8%
2022 24.56 1454th 1876 22.5%
2023 28.59 1415th 1961 27.8%
2024 36.44 1276th 1987 35.8%
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Rank History for English Language Learner students at Roma High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 45.91 439th 1113 60.6%
2019 43.27 502nd 1136 55.8%
2021 44.77 527th 1195 55.9%
2022 41.19 599th 1278 53.1%
2023 47.43 540th 1371 60.6%
2024 46.09 578th 1435 59.7%
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Rank History for Special Education students at Roma High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 26.53 1087th 1347 19.3%
2019 22.83 1187th 1357 12.5%
2021 40.87 744th 1382 46.2%
2022 24.65 1204th 1418 15.1%
2023 34.32 958th 1478 35.2%
2024 29.35 1184th 1547 23.5%
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Rank History for Low Socio Economic Status students at Roma High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 37.73 1138th 1794 36.6%
2019 31.69 1338th 1818 26.4%
2021 31.24 1317th 1848 28.7%
2022 29.61 1351st 1847 26.9%
2023 32.32 1313th 1897 30.8%
2024 37.26 1133rd 1883 39.8%
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Rank History for Migrant students at Roma High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 71.09 25th 131 80.9%
2019 35.74 76th 113 32.7%
2021 44.52 53rd 97 45.4%
2022 71.14 24th 114 78.9%
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Rank History for Female students at Roma High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 35.18 1209th 1781 32.1%
2019 30.55 1340th 1798 25.5%
2021 29.13 1332nd 1815 26.6%
2022 25.34 1419th 1841 22.9%
2023 29.82 1338th 1891 29.2%
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Rank History for Gifted and Talented students at Roma High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 53.81 703rd 1137 38.2%
2019 41.52 880th 1145 23.1%
2021 35.54 939th 1177 20.2%
2022 32.13 970th 1172 17.2%
2023 39.45 920th 1182 22.2%
See the entire list of Best Texas High Schools for Gifted and Talented Students!

Rank History for At Risk students at Roma High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 32.31 1253rd 1784 29.8%
2019 28.10 1417th 1810 21.7%
2021 30.35 1302nd 1829 28.8%
2022 31.11 1268th 1837 31.0%
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Rank History for Male students at Roma High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 31.76 1263rd 1803 30.0%
2019 22.79 1476th 1824 19.1%
2021 22.45 1447th 1840 21.4%
2022 21.79 1465th 1853 20.9%
2023 25.68 1435th 1913 25.0%
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Rank History for Hispanic students at Roma High School

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2018 39.82 990th 1691 41.5%
2019 32.07 1220th 1714 28.8%
2021 32.50 1201st 1743 31.1%
2022 28.10 1294th 1762 26.6%
2023 33.17 1205th 1820 33.8%
2024 36.80 1092nd 1804 39.5%
See the entire list of Best Texas High Schools for Hispanic Students!

Data source: test scores: Texas Education Agency, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Data source: Texas Education Agency

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Enrollment information for Roma High School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
1989 4 2 0 1071 0 n/a n/a 0 1077
1990 6 2 0 1195 0 n/a n/a 0 1203
1991 3 1 0 1320 1 n/a n/a 0 1325
1992 5 1 0 1360 0 n/a n/a 0 1366
1993 7 0 0 1446 0 n/a n/a 0 1453
1994 4 0 0 1441 0 n/a n/a 0 1445
1995 7 2 0 1496 0 n/a n/a 0 1505
1996 7 2 0 1496 0 n/a n/a 0 1505
1997 6 2 0 1502 2 n/a n/a 0 1512
1998 7 1 0 1496 1 n/a n/a 0 1505
1999 8 0 0 1536 1 n/a n/a 0 1545
2000 5 0 0 1519 0 n/a n/a 0 1524
2001 4 0 0 1554 0 n/a n/a 0 1558
2002 6 0 0 1555 0 n/a n/a 0 1561
2003 6 0 0 1555 0 n/a n/a 0 1561
2004 5 0 0 1529 0 n/a n/a 0 1534
2005 4 0 0 1487 0 n/a n/a 0 1491
2006 5 0 0 1616 0 n/a n/a 0 1621
2007 3 0 0 1667 0 n/a n/a 0 1670
2008 5 0 0 1703 1 n/a n/a 0 1709
2009 3 0 0 1723 0 n/a n/a 0 1726
2010 3 0 0 1676 0 n/a n/a 0 1679
2011 3 0 0 1781 0 0 0 0 1784
2012 6 0 0 1796 0 0 0 0 1802
2013 0 1 0 1742 0 0 0 0 1743
2014 0 1 0 1732 0 0 0 0 1733
2015 1 0 0 1716 0 0 0 0 1717
2016 0 0 0 1781 0 0 0 0 1781
2017 1 3 0 1786 0 0 0 0 1790
2018 0 2 0 1779 0 0 0 0 1781
2019 2 0 0 1736 0 0 0 0 1738
2020 2 0 0 1740 0 0 0 0 1742
2021 3 0 0 1846 0 0 0 0 1849
2022 4 0 0 1734 0 0 0 0 1738
2023 4 0 0 1769 0 0 0 0 1773

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Roma High School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 1077 n/a n/a n/a
1990 1203 66.0 18.2 n/a
1991 1325 67.6 19.6 n/a
1992 1366 73.4 18.6 85.4
1993 1453 78.0 18.6 92.2
1994 1445 88.3 16.4 83.9
1995 1505 122.9 12.2 72.4
1996 1505 122.9 12.2 72.4
1997 1512 124.4 12.2 60.9
1998 1505 114.8 13.1 64.6
1999 1545 106.0 14.6 68.4
2000 1524 106.0 14.4 67.5
2001 1558 101.8 15.3 66.1
2002 1561 108.9 14.3 47.3
2003 1561 108.9 14.3 47.3
2004 1534 103.9 14.8 29.2
2005 1491 105.4 14.1 13.8
2006 1621 108.3 15.0 2.9
2007 1670 110.3 15.1 3.2
2008 1709 115.1 14.8 3.6
2009 1726 118.5 14.6 49.1
2010 1679 122.4 13.7 42.3
2011 1784 122.1 14.6 37.2
2012 1802 123.7 14.5 32.2
2013 1743 120.4 14.4 90.2
2014 1733 121.0 14.3 89.6
2015 1717 134.0 12.8 81.9
2016 1781 131.0 13.5 85.1
2017 1790 126.5 14.1 85.2
2018 1781 123.7 14.3 84.2
2019 1738 124.6 13.9 81.6
2020 1742 122.9 14.1 76.3
2021 1849 120.1 15.3 77.1
2022 1738 119.8 14.5 79.4
2023 1773 125.6 14.1 80

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Roma High School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
1989 1077 n/a n/a n/a
1990 1203 66.0 18.2 n/a
1991 1325 67.6 19.6 n/a
1992 1366 73.4 18.6 85.4
1993 1453 78.0 18.6 92.2
1994 1445 88.3 16.4 83.9
1995 1505 122.9 12.2 72.4
1996 1505 122.9 12.2 72.4
1997 1512 124.4 12.2 60.9
1998 1505 114.8 13.1 64.6
1999 1545 106.0 14.6 68.4
2000 1524 106.0 14.4 67.5
2001 1558 101.8 15.3 66.1
2002 1561 108.9 14.3 47.3
2003 1561 108.9 14.3 47.3
2004 1534 103.9 14.8 29.2
2005 1491 105.4 14.1 13.8
2006 1621 108.3 15.0 2.9
2007 1670 110.3 15.1 3.2
2008 1709 115.1 14.8 3.6
2009 1726 118.5 14.6 49.1
2010 1679 122.4 13.7 42.3
2011 1784 122.1 14.6 37.2
2012 1802 123.7 14.5 32.2
2013 1743 120.4 14.4 90.2
2014 1733 121.0 14.3 89.6
2015 1717 134.0 12.8 81.9
2016 1781 131.0 13.5 85.1
2017 1790 126.5 14.1 85.2
2018 1781 123.7 14.3 84.2
2019 1738 124.6 13.9 81.6
2020 1742 122.9 14.1 76.3
2021 1849 120.1 15.3 77.1
2022 1738 119.8 14.5 79.4
2023 1773 125.6 14.1 80

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Roma High School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $626 (5.0%) $11,956 (95.0%) $12,582
2020 $894 (7.4%) $11,230 (92.6%) $12,124
2021 $2,045 (15.7%) $10,953 (84.3%) $12,998

Data source: Texas Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Roma High School

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Rankings

Rank
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Rank
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Ranks 1385th of 1857 High schoolsRanks 1415th of 1961 High schools
 2.4%

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 % proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
End of Course Algebra I (Roma High School)4745
 2%
   End of Course Algebra I (Roma Independent School District (Isd))4745
 2%
   End of Course Algebra I (Texas)6245
 17%
End of Course Biology (Roma High School)4135
 6%
   End of Course Biology (Roma Independent School District (Isd))4135
 6%
   End of Course Biology (Texas)6357
 6%
End of Course English I Reading (Roma High School)3343
 10%
   End of Course English I Reading (Roma Independent School District (Isd))3343
 10%
   End of Course English I Reading (Texas)4954
 5%
End of Course English II Reading (Roma High School)3941
 2%
   End of Course English II Reading (Roma Independent School District (Isd))3941
 2%
   End of Course English II Reading (Texas)5156
 5%
End of Course U.S. History (Roma High School)5957
 2%
   End of Course U.S. History (Roma Independent School District (Isd))5957
 2%
   End of Course U.S. History (Texas)7571
 4%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)		 Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)		 Change (%)
Total Students17381773
 2%
African American00
American Indian00
Asian00
Hispanic17361769
 1.9%
Pacific Islander00
White24
 100%
Two or More Races00
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients81.6%80%
 1.6%

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Frequently Asked Questions about Roma High School

Students at Roma High School are 100% Hispanic.

In the 2022-23 school year, 1,773 students attended Roma High School.

Roma High School is fed by the following schools:

Elementary : Delia Gonzalez Garcia Elementary
Elementary : Emma Vera Elementary
Elementary : Florence J Scott Elementary
Elementary : Roel A & Celia R Saenz Elementary
Elementary : Rt Barrera Elementary
Elementary : Veterans Memorial Elementary
Middle : Ramiro Barrera Middle
Middle : Roma Middle

Roma High School ranks 1276th of 1987 Texas high schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.


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