Mary Carroll High School, often referred to as Carroll, is one of six high schools that are part of the Corpus Christi Independent School District.
Serving 1,870 students in grades 9-12, Carroll High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,870 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Carroll High School's student population of 1,870 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,870 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
Year Founded
1957
Colors
Blue, Columbia blue
School Rankings
Carroll High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carroll High School is 0.33, 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
#6346 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
81%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
12%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carroll High School's ranking?
Carroll High School is ranked #6346 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Carroll High School often compared to?
Carroll High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Agua Dulce High School, Moody High School, Collegiate High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carroll High School?
The graduation rate of Carroll High School is 94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Carroll High School?
1,870 students attend Carroll High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Carroll High School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carroll High School?
Carroll High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Carroll High School offer ?
Carroll High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Carroll High School part of?
Carroll High School is part of Corpus Christi Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Carroll High School located?
Carroll High School is located in the South Side neighborhood of Corpus Christi, TX. There are 21 other public schools located in South Side.
School Reviews
5 9/19/2015
What on Earth has happened to the Corpus Christi schools? I graduated in1971 and went onto rather easily graduate from UTA, after having survived several personal tragedies. I am appalled and saddened by the student/teacher ratio, amount of spending per student, student graduation rates, etc. These young people must not realize how vitally important a basic education is--and high school completion is basic. They must be prepared for vocational school or college/university if they want to compete in today's society as most of them will, most likely, move away from Corpus. I was once a Tigerette & proud of Carroll but, now, I'm worried & embarrassed by the school board.
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