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 (26-27)
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Calallen High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Corpus Christi, TX, encompassing approximately 32.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.6 miles.
- 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
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
92 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
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%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
63%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
33%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
94%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Maroon
School Mascot
Willie The Wildcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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 90.3%.
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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