Melissa High School is a public high school in Melissa, Texas. It is part of the Melissa Independent School District in north-central Collin County and classified as a 5A school by the UIL. The school is located on the northwest edge of the city of Melissa.
Serving 1,762 students in grades 9-12, Melissa 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 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 45% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,762 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (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
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Melissa High School's student population of 1,762 students has grown by 91% over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has grown by 80% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,762 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
School Rankings
Melissa High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Melissa High School is 0.65, 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
#966 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
15%
53%
Black
16%
13%
White
55%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cardinal
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Melissa High School's ranking?
Melissa High School is ranked #966 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Melissa High School often compared to?
Melissa High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anna High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% 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 90%.
How many students attend Melissa High School?
1,762 students attend Melissa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Melissa High School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Melissa High School?
Melissa High School has a student ration of 16:1, 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 Independent School District.
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