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 1,983 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,983 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Melissa High School's attendance zone covers the entire Melissa, TX school district, encompassing approximately 31.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 3.7 miles and the furthest edge located 6.1 miles away.
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Melissa High School's student population of 1,983 students has grown by 73% over five school years.
The teacher population of 137 teachers has grown by 77% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,983 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
137 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Melissa 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 Melissa 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
#1250 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
17%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
98%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
23%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Cardinal Red and White
School Mascot
Cardinal
Source: 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 #1250 out of 8,096 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?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% 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 98%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Melissa High School?
1,983 students attend Melissa High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Melissa High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Melissa High School?
Melissa High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to 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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