Serving 1,826 students in grades 9-12, Mccallum High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,826 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mccallum High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mccallum High School's student population of 1,826 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,826 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mccallum High School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mccallum High School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#365 out of 8079 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
30%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
58%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mccallum High School's ranking?
Mccallum High School is ranked #365 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Mccallum High School often compared to?
Mccallum High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anderson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mccallum High School?
The graduation rate of Mccallum High School is 98%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Mccallum High School?
1,826 students attend Mccallum High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Mccallum High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mccallum High School?
Mccallum High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mccallum High School offer ?
Mccallum High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mccallum High School part of?
Mccallum High School is part of Austin ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Mccallum High School located?
Mccallum High School is located in the Brentwood neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Brentwood.
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