Berkner High School

Direction1600 E Spring Vly Rd, Richardson, TX, 75081
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Public School RICHARDSON ISD High School

Accountability Ratings

B
Good
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TEA Ratings
Scaled Score
Student Achievement 80
Student Progress 83
Closing Performance Gaps 84
Overall 83

Distinction Designations

Read/ELA
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
Post-Secondary
Comparative Academic Growth
Comparative Closing the Gaps

Welcome to Berkner High School, a vibrant and thriving educational community located at 1600 E Spring Valley Rd, Richardson, TX 75081. Part of the esteemed Richardson Independent School District, Berkner High School is dedicated to providing a nurturing and challenging environment that prepares students for success in both their future academic and career endeavors.

At Berkner High School, we are proud to employ 187 dedicated teachers, each bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to the classroom. Our faculty members have an average of 11 years of teaching experience and have been with our school for an average of 7 years, creating a stable and supportive educational environment. Their commitment is reflected in our low student-to-teacher ratio of 12.80, ensuring personalized attention and tailored instruction that meets the needs of each student.

Our sprawling campus is home to a diverse student body of 2,393 students, creating a rich tapestry of backgrounds and perspectives that enhance our community. With 20 education aids on staff, Berkner High School is equipped to offer additional support and resources, ensuring that all students have the tools they need to succeed.

Berkner High School is not just about academic excellence; we also emphasize the importance of extracurricular activities and community involvement. Our students are encouraged to engage in a variety of interests and passions, fostering a well-rounded and comprehensive educational experience.

For those interested in joining the Berkner High School family, we invite you to visit our campus or give us a call at (469) 593-7000 to learn more about what makes our school a special place for learning and growth. Discover the difference that a dedicated and experienced faculty, a supportive learning environment, and a vibrant student community can make in your child’s education. Welcome to Berkner High School, where we shape the leaders of tomorrow.

School Summary

Public School
Grade Span
09-12
Enrollment
2350
Is Charter
No
Address
1600 E SPRING VLY RD, RICHARDSON, TX, 75081
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Principal
FARRAH SMOCK
School District
Phone
(469) 593-7000
County
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Berkner High School Student / Staff Statistics

Student Statistics

Racial/Ethnic Group
Racial/Ethnic Group Number Percent
African American 674 28.73%
Hispanic 885 37.72%
White 348 14.83%
Asian 347 14.79%
Native American 13 0.55%
Two or More Races 78 3.32%
Total Students 2,346 100.00%
Eco Disadvantaged 1,297 55.29%
Limited English Proficiency 689 29.37%
Program/Count/Percent
Program Count Percent
Bilingual 685 29.20%
Gifted & Talented 165 7.03%
Special Education 354 15.09%
Teacher Student Ratio 14.00 S/T

Staff Statistics

By Experience
By Experience Count Percent
Over 30 years 4 2.16%
20 - 30 years 29 17.60%
10 - 20 years 47 28.02%
6 - 10 years 25 15.03%
1- 5 years 52 31.02%
Beginning Teacher 10 6.11%
Teacher Experience Average 11.80 yrs
Teacher Tenure Average 7.60 yrs
Teacher Type Number Percent
Total Teachers 167 100%
Female Teachers 93 55.93 %
Male Teachers 74 44.07 %
School Admin 10
School Support 20
Edu Aids 18
Special Education 23

Berkner High School 2025 STAAR Statistics

STAAR Statistics
Group All Subjects Read/ELA Math Science Soc Studies
ALL 72% 62% 61% 87% 91%
African American 71% 62% 55% 88% 90%
Hispanic 66% 55% 58% 83% 88%
White 80% 74% 72% 92% 92%
Asian 79% 71% 73% 88% 98%
Two or More Races 80% 78% 57% 96% 91%
Economically Disadvantaged 71% 62% 58% 87% 90%
Male Students 68% 58% 61% 84% 90%
Female Students 76% 68% 62% 89% 91%
Special Education 53% 38% 50% 79% 78%
Limited English Proficiency 56% 43% 53% 77% 83%

Class of 2024 Graduates

Standardized Test

Class Graduate
Group %
Tested
SAT
Avg
ACT
Avg
Abv
Criteria
ALL 84 1057 16.6 16.3
African American 88.3 928 15.3 8.1
Hispanic 78.9 1068 15.8 10.6
White 87.8 1213 19.2 22.2
Asian 82.2 1102 19.3 43.3
Two or More Races 100 1054 16.6 25
Male Students 89.2 1130 16.4 15.2
Female Students 79.5 1009 16.9 17.3
Special Education n/a n/a n/a n/a
Eco Disadvantaged n/a n/a n/a n/a

Graduation

Class Graduate
Group Read
Ready
Math
Ready
Both
Ready
Graduated GED Cont. Dropout
ALL 83.2 72.2 68.6 93.2 0.2 0.7 5.9
African American 78.6 66.2 61 93.5 n/a 0.6 5.8
Hispanic 83.1 69.3 66.2 94.4 n/a 0.9 4.7
White 89 80.5 78 92.2 n/a n/a 7.8
Asian 89 84.9 82.2 92.1 1.3 n/a 6.6
Two or More Races 72.7 72.7 63.6 81.3 n/a 6.3 12.5
Male Students n/a n/a n/a 90.8 n/a 1.5 7.7
Female Students n/a n/a n/a 95.5 0.3 n/a 4.2
Special Education 67.2 44.8 43.3 88.7 n/a 1.6 9.7
Eco Disadvantaged 81.7 70.4 67.1 93.3 0.3 1.2 5.2

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