School Overview
S.H. Rider High School, located in Wichita Falls, Texas, is a prominent secondary school within the Wichita Falls Independent School District (WFISD). Serving students in grades 9 through 12, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to both academic excellence and a robust extracurricular culture. Rider High offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses and dual-credit opportunities, aiming to prepare students for success in higher education and the workforce. The campus is known for its strong sense of school spirit, often centered around its athletic programs and various student-led organizations.

Beyond the classroom, Rider High School emphasizes the development of the "whole student" by providing a wide array of fine arts programs, competitive sports, and service-oriented clubs. The school’s faculty and administration focus on fostering a supportive environment that encourages student engagement and community involvement. As part of the WFISD, Rider High benefits from the district’s initiatives to integrate technology and innovative teaching strategies, ensuring that its students remain competitive in an evolving educational landscape.
1,589
Total Students
88.0
Full-Time Teachers
18.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for RIDER H S
Demographic Student Count
White842
Hispanic397
Black167
Asian75
Two or More98
American Indian10
  • White
    842 (53.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    397 (25.0 %)
  • Black
    167 (10.5 %)
  • Two or More
    98 (6.2 %)
  • Asian
    75 (4.7 %)
  • American Indian
    10 (0.6 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: WICHITA FALLS ISD
Phone: (940)235-1077
Website: http://www.wfisd.net
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,589
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 88.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 18.0
NSLP Participation:1 N/A
Qualified Free Lunch: N/A
Qualified Reduced Lunch: N/A
Grades Taught
Grade 9 406
Grade 10 426
Grade 11 382
Grade 12 375

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for RIDER H S
Grade Student Count
Grade 9406
Grade 10426
Grade 11382
Grade 12375
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for RIDER H S
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female76248%
Male82752%