J. J. Pearce High School is a high school located in Richardson, Texas, United States. It is named after Joseph Jones “J.J.” Pearce, the superintendent for the Richardson Independent School District from 1946 to 1977. In 2018, it had an enrollment of 2,323 and a student-teacher ratio of 14.5:1.
Serving 2,453 students in grades 9-12, Pearce 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 39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,453 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pearce High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pearce High School's student population of 2,453 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 161 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,453 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
161 teachers
Year Founded
1967
Colors
Blue, Red, Royal blue
School Calendar
Campus Size
25
School Rankings
Pearce 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 Pearce High School is 0.60, 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
#4258 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
47%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
43%
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
34%
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: Mustang
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pearce High School's ranking?
Pearce High School is ranked #4258 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Pearce High School often compared to?
Pearce High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Richardson High School, Lake Highlands High School, Berkner High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pearce High School?
The graduation rate of Pearce High School is 91%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Pearce High School?
2,453 students attend Pearce High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Pearce High School students are Hispanic, 43% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pearce High School?
Pearce High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Pearce High School offer ?
Pearce High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Pearce High School part of?
Pearce High School is part of Richardson Independent School District.
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