R. L. Paschal High School is a secondary school in Fort Worth, Texas, United States. It is part of the Fort Worth Independent School District, and is the oldest and largest high school in Fort Worth ISD.
Serving 2,147 students in grades 9-12, Paschal 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 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,147 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Paschal High School's student population of 2,147 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 130 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,147 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
130 teachers
School Rankings
Paschal 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 Paschal High School is 0.53, 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
#6817 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
64%
53%
Black
7%
13%
White
25%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rascal And Rowdy
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paschal High School's ranking?
Paschal High School is ranked #6817 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Paschal High School often compared to?
Paschal High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arlington Heights 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 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paschal High School?
The graduation rate of Paschal High School is 93%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Paschal High School?
2,147 students attend Paschal High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Paschal High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paschal High School?
Paschal High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Paschal High School offer ?
Paschal High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Paschal High School part of?
Paschal High School is part of Fort Worth Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Paschal High School located?
Paschal High School is located in the Paschal Area neighborhood of Fort Worth, TX.
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