Serving 2,134 students in grades 9-12, Mcallen 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 30% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 95% 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: 2,134 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: The MCALLEN H S serves a central area within Mcallen, TX, encompassing approximately 14.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5 to 10-minute drive, with an average distance of 3.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 5.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mcallen High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mcallen High School's student population of 2,134 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 149 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,134 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
149 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1909
School Rankings
Mcallen 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 Mcallen High School is 0.15, 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
#5123 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
92%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
98%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (07-08)
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mcallen High School's ranking?
Mcallen High School is ranked #5123 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Mcallen High School often compared to?
Mcallen High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Memorial High School, Rowe High School, South Texas Isd Science Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mcallen High School?
The graduation rate of Mcallen High School is 98%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Mcallen High School?
2,134 students attend Mcallen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Mcallen High School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 1% 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 Mcallen High School?
Mcallen High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mcallen High School offer ?
Mcallen High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mcallen High School part of?
Mcallen High School is part of Mcallen Independent School District.
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