McKinney High School also called McKinney High is located at 1400 Wilson Creek Parkway in McKinney, Texas, and is within the McKinney Independent School District. MHS is the oldest high school in McKinney and the current building opened in 1986, after moving from what is now Faubion Middle School.
Serving 2,804 students in grades 9-12, Mckinney High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher 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 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,804 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckinney High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Mckinney High School's student population of 2,804 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 172 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,804 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
172 teachers
Year Founded
1961
Colors
Blue, Navy Blue, Gold
School Motto
‘The Original.’ Since 1848.
School Mascot
Lions
School Rankings
Mckinney 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 Mckinney High School is 0.71, which is more 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
#2490 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
34%
53%
Black
19%
13%
White
37%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lions
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckinney High School's ranking?
Mckinney High School is ranked #2490 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Mckinney High School often compared to?
Mckinney High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mckinney Boyd High School, Mckinney North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% 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 Mckinney High School?
The graduation rate of Mckinney High School is 97%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Mckinney High School?
2,804 students attend Mckinney High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Mckinney High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mckinney High School?
Mckinney High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mckinney High School offer ?
Mckinney High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mckinney High School part of?
Mckinney High School is part of Mckinney Independent School District.
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