A. N. McCallum High School is a public high school in Austin, Texas, United States. McCallum, the second oldest high school in the Austin Independent School District, opened in 1953 to relieve growth in north and northwest Austin. Named after AISD's first high school superintendent, A.N.
Serving 1,897 students in grades 9-12, Mccallum High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,897 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: MCCALLUM H S serves the northeast part of Austin, TX, covering an area of approximately 22.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the average distance to the edge of the attendance zone being 3.2 miles and the furthest point about 6.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mccallum High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Mccallum High School's student population of 1,897 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,897 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1953
Campus Size
20 acres
School Rankings
Mccallum High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mccallum High School is 0.58, 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
#967 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Grey, Royal blue
School Mascot
Knight
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mccallum High School's ranking?
Mccallum High School is ranked #967 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Mccallum High School often compared to?
Mccallum High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anderson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mccallum High School?
The graduation rate of Mccallum High School is 96%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Mccallum High School?
1,897 students attend Mccallum High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Mccallum High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mccallum High School?
Mccallum High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mccallum High School offer ?
Mccallum High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mccallum High School part of?
Mccallum High School is part of Austin Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Mccallum High School located?
Mccallum High School is located in the Brentwood neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Brentwood.
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