Calhoun High School is a public high school located in Port Lavaca. It is part of the Calhoun County Independent School District and serves students throughout Calhoun County. The school was established following the consolidation of all country schools in 1948.
Serving 989 students in grades 9-12, Calhoun High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 989 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Calhoun High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Port Lavaca, TX, covering approximately 1,032.7 square miles. The zone typically allows for a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 15.5 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 40.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Calhoun High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Calhoun High School's student population of 989 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 71 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
989 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
71 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1948
School Calendar
School Motto
CCISD will be the premier school community in the coastal bend, building a culture of collaboration and support that will fuel our passion for excellence and high academic standards.
School Rankings
Calhoun High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Calhoun High School is 0.47, 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
#5052 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
69%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
24%
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
90-94%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
23%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Gold
School Mascot
Sandcrabs/sandies
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calhoun High School's ranking?
Calhoun High School is ranked #5052 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Calhoun High School?
The graduation rate of Calhoun High School is 90-94%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Calhoun High School?
989 students attend Calhoun High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Calhoun High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are White, 5% 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 Calhoun High School?
Calhoun High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Calhoun High School offer ?
Calhoun High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Calhoun High School part of?
Calhoun High School is part of Calhoun County Independent School District.
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