Serving 2,122 students in grades 9-12, Macarthur High School ranks in the top 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 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,122 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Macarthur High School's student population of 2,122 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 143 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,122 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
143 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Macarthur High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Macarthur High School is 0.53, 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
#3128 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
65%
53%
Black
9%
13%
White
21%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #3128 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Macarthur High School often compared to?
Macarthur High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Reagan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Macarthur High School?
The graduation rate of Macarthur High School is 86%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Macarthur High School?
2,122 students attend Macarthur High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Macarthur High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Macarthur High School?
Macarthur High School has a student ration of 15:1, 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 North East ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Macarthur High School located?
Macarthur High School is located in the San Antonio International Airport Vicinity neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 27 other public schools located in San Antonio International Airport Vicinity.
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