Rouse High School was established in 2008 by the Leander Independent School District in Leander, Texas to relieve overcrowding in the quickly growing district. It is named after Charles Rouse, a former principal at Leander High School. When the school first opened in 2008, it had only a freshman class.
Serving 2,036 students in grades 9-12, Rouse High School ranks in the top 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 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher 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 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,036 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rouse High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Rouse High School's student population of 2,036 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 131 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,036 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
131 teachers
Year Founded
2008
Colors
Black, Maroon, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rouse High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rouse High School is 0.68, 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
#2957 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
20%
6%
Hispanic
21%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
49%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raider
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rouse High School's ranking?
Rouse High School is ranked #2957 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Rouse High School often compared to?
Rouse High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leander High School, Vista Ridge High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rouse High School?
The graduation rate of Rouse High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Rouse High School?
2,036 students attend Rouse High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Rouse High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rouse High School?
Rouse High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rouse High School offer ?
Rouse High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Rouse High School part of?
Rouse High School is part of Leander Independent School District.
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