For the first year, students were housed on the campus of the now-closed Richardson Junior High School.

A massive expansion and renovation gave way to the addition of ninth grade in the 2005–2006 school year.

[8] The average class sizes at Berkner are 25 students for English, 21 for foreign language, 27 for math, 23 for science, and 24 for social studies.

In contrast to a decision by a selection committee, the valedictorian and salutatorian are the first and second highest averages of each graduating class, with the Top 10 receiving special gratitude at a reception dinner.

[10] Berkner's mascot is the Ram and the team shares Ram-Wildcat Stadium (capacity 11,000) with Lake Highlands High School.

In the spring of 2006, the boys' basketball team made the state semifinals for the first time in school history.

The Berkner High School drill team, known as the Bandoleras, has performed with excellence over the past several decades.

They have won major competitions at a national level, including the Starmakers series of drill team events.

Their Spring Shows consistently sell out the BHS auditorium and are a regular draw on the Richardson arts scene.

In addition to the Bandoleras, the hand-picked Comedy Troop draws many to the show because of its humorous skits.