RAY HIGH SCHOOL

RAY H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the CORPUS CHRISTI ISD school district, located in CORPUS CHRISTI, TX with about 2,074 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 114 teachers, RAY H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Based on the address provided, **Mary Carroll High School** (commonly referred to as Ray High School’s primary rival in the Corpus Christi Independent School District) is actually located at 3202 Saratoga Blvd. However, the address **1002 Texan Trail** corresponds to **W.B. Ray High School**, one of the oldest and most historic high schools in Corpus Christi, Texas.

W.B. Ray High School is a prominent institution known for its strong sense of tradition and academic heritage within the Corpus Christi Independent School District. As a large, comprehensive public high school, it serves a diverse student body and offers a wide array of extracurricular activities, including a highly competitive athletics program, fine arts departments, and various academic clubs. The school is frequently recognized for its long-standing history in the community and its iconic campus architecture, which has been a staple of the city for generations.

Academically, Ray High School provides a variety of pathways for students, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses and Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The school maintains a spirited campus culture, fueled by its deep-seated rivalry with other area high schools and a strong alumni network that remains actively involved in supporting the school’s traditions and ongoing initiatives.

For more information, contact RAY H S at (361) 878-7300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.