Calallen High School is a public high school serving grades 9–12. The school is located in the Calallen Independent School District in northwest Corpus Christi, Texas, United States.
Serving 1,177 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). 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 13:1 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,177 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Calallen High School's student population of 1,177 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,177 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Colors
White, Maroon
School Rankings
Calallen High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Calallen High School is 0.49, 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
#2251 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
64%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
33%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Willie The Wildcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calallen High School's ranking?
Calallen High School is ranked #2251 out of 8,188 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?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
1,177 students attend Calallen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Calallen High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, 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 13:1, 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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