Serving 1,315 students in grades 9-12, Melissa High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,315 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Melissa High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Melissa High School's student population of 1,315 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,315 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Melissa High School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Melissa High School is 0.59, 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
#255 out of 8079 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
19%
53%
Black
12%
13%
White
60%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Melissa High School's ranking?
Melissa High School is ranked #255 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Melissa High School?
The graduation rate of Melissa High School is 99%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Melissa High School?
1,315 students attend Melissa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Melissa High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Melissa High School?
Melissa High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Melissa High School offer ?
Melissa High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Melissa High School part of?
Melissa High School is part of Melissa ISD School District.
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