The original building for the school was built in 1991 and was followed with expansions in 1994, 2006, 2008/2009, and 2022 that added more space for the pre-existing technology and fine arts programs.

[3][4] Previously the boundary included, in addition to the above:[5] Lincoln Park, much of Cross Roads, and sections of Little Elm, Oak Point, Paloma Creek, and Savannah.

[9][10] In 2019, Ryan advanced to the 5A Division 1 championship game where they lost to Shadow Creek High School 22-28.

[11] In January 2021, The Ryan Raiders won the football 5A state championship against Cedar Park High School.

The Lady Raiders softball team plays at Tina Minke Field on the Ryan High campus.