Serving 2,021 students in grades 9-12, Memorial High School ranks in the top 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 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than 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: 2,021 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Memorial High School serves the southern part of McAllen, TX, encompassing an area of approximately 12.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Memorial High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Memorial High School's student population of 2,021 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 154 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,021 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
154 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1980
School Rankings
Memorial 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 Memorial High School is 0.12, 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
#3672 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
94%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2006–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
3%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.9%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (07-08)
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold, Columbia blue
School Mascot
Mustangs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Memorial High School's ranking?
Memorial High School is ranked #3672 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Memorial High School often compared to?
Memorial High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mcallen High School, Rowe High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Memorial High School?
The graduation rate of Memorial High School is 99%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Memorial High School?
2,021 students attend Memorial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Memorial High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Memorial High School?
Memorial High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Memorial High School offer ?
Memorial High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Memorial High School part of?
Memorial High School is part of Mcallen Independent School District.
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