RIO HONDO HIGH SCHOOL

RIO HONDO H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the RIO HONDO ISD school district, located in RIO HONDO, TX with about 615 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 49 teachers, RIO HONDO H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Rio Hondo High School, located in the small town of Rio Hondo, Texas, serves as the central secondary educational institution for the Rio Hondo Independent School District. Positioned in the Rio Grande Valley, the school functions as a focal point for the local community, emphasizing a commitment to academic achievement, extracurricular engagement, and preparing students for post-secondary success. As a smaller-town institution, it typically fosters a close-knit environment where students have the opportunity to build strong relationships with faculty and peers while participating in a variety of traditional high school programs, including athletics, career and technical education (CTE), and community-oriented activities.

The school operates under the district’s broader mission to provide a supportive and rigorous learning environment tailored to the unique needs of its student population. By utilizing its official portal, *riohondoisd.net*, the administration maintains transparency and provides resources for parents, students, and the community regarding academic calendars, district policies, and school-wide initiatives. As a cornerstone of Rio Hondo, the high school plays a vital role in regional education, striving to balance local values with the educational standards necessary to compete in a global economy.

For more information, contact RIO HONDO H S at (956) 748-1200 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.