Serving 2,484 students in grades 9-12, Macarthur 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 24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,484 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: MacArthur High School serves the northwest part of Irving, TX, covering an area of approximately 22.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edges of the attendance zone located up to 5.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Macarthur High School's student population of 2,484 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 155 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,484 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
155 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1963
School Rankings
Macarthur 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 Macarthur 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
#7389 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
69%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
17%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
7%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
92%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)48.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Mascot
Northern Cardinal, Cardinals
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Macarthur High School's ranking?
Macarthur High School is ranked #7389 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Macarthur High School often compared to?
Macarthur High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Irving High School, Jack E Singley Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Macarthur High School?
The graduation rate of Macarthur High School is 92%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Macarthur High School?
2,484 students attend Macarthur High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Macarthur High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Macarthur High School?
Macarthur High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Macarthur High School offer ?
Macarthur High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Macarthur High School part of?
Macarthur High School is part of Irving Independent School District.
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