Serving 987 students in grades 9-12, Calhoun High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 987 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Calhoun High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Calhoun High School's student population of 987 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
987 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Calhoun High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Calhoun High School is 0.49, 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
#4745 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
68%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
23%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calhoun High School's ranking?
Calhoun High School is ranked #4745 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Calhoun High School?
The graduation rate of Calhoun High School is 97%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Calhoun High School?
987 students attend Calhoun High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Calhoun High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Calhoun High School?
Calhoun High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Calhoun High School offer ?
Calhoun High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Calhoun High School part of?
Calhoun High School is part of Calhoun County Independent School District.
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