Calallen High School is a public high school serving grades 9???2. The school is located in the Calallen Independent School District in northwest Corpus Christi, Texas, United States.
Serving 1,147 students in grades 9-12, Calallen High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,147 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Calallen High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Calallen High School's student population of 1,147 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 92 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,147 students
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Colors
White, Maroon
School Calendar
School Rankings
Calallen High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Calallen High School is 0.50, 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
#1844 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
63%
54%
Black
2%
13%
White
33%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Willie The Wildcat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calallen High School's ranking?
Calallen High School is ranked #1844 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Calallen High School often compared to?
Calallen High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tuloso-midway High School, London High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Calallen High School?
The graduation rate of Calallen High School is 94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Calallen High School?
1,147 students attend Calallen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Calallen High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Calallen High School?
Calallen High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Calallen High School offer ?
Calallen High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Calallen High School part of?
Calallen High School is part of Calallen Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Calallen High School located?
Calallen High School is located in the Calallen neighborhood of Corpus Christi, TX. There are 5 other public schools located in Calallen.
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