Serving 1,502 students in grades 9-12, Mccollum 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 19% (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 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 1,502 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: McCollum High School serves the southern part of San Antonio, TX, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 8.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mccollum High School's student population of 1,502 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,502 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1962
School Rankings
Mccollum 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 Mccollum High School is 0.08, 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
#7634 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
96%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
89%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
3%
8%
Showing 2000–2009. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cowboy
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mccollum High School's ranking?
Mccollum High School is ranked #7634 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% 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 Mccollum High School?
The graduation rate of Mccollum High School is 89%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Mccollum High School?
1,502 students attend Mccollum High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Mccollum High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mccollum High School?
Mccollum High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mccollum High School offer ?
Mccollum High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mccollum High School part of?
Mccollum High School is part of Harlandale Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Mccollum High School located?
Mccollum High School is located in the Harlandale neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 21 other public schools located in Harlandale.
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