Douglas MacArthur High School is a public secondary school on the northeast side of San Antonio, Texas, United States. The school, a part of the North East Independent School District serves students in ninth grade through twelfth grade, with admission based primarily on the locations of students' homes.
Serving 2,033 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 41% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher 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 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,033 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: MacArthur High School serves the southeast part of San Antonio, TX, covering an area of approximately 20.8 square miles. Most students typically have a short drive of about 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located 5.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Macarthur High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Macarthur High School's student population of 2,033 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 128 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,033 students
Total Classroom Teachers
128 teachers
Year Founded
1950
Colors
White, Blue, Royal blue, Silver
School Rankings
Macarthur High School ranks within the top 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 0.50, 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
#3693 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
68%
54%
Black
7%
13%
White
19%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
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 #3693 out of 8,096 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 Madison High School, Reagan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 54% 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 87%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Macarthur High School?
2,033 students attend Macarthur High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Macarthur High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 4% 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 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 North East Independent 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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