Serving 2,596 students in grades 9-12, Macarthur High School ranks in the bottom 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 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,596 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Macarthur High School's student population of 2,596 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 154 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,596 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
154 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Macarthur 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 Macarthur High School is 0.51, 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
#7047 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
6%
Hispanic
67%
53%
Black
19%
13%
White
7%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Macarthur High School's ranking?
Macarthur High School is ranked #7047 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Macarthur High School often compared to?
Macarthur High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Irving High School, Jack E Singley Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Macarthur High School?
The graduation rate of Macarthur High School is 93%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Macarthur High School?
2,596 students attend Macarthur High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Macarthur High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Macarthur High School?
Macarthur High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Macarthur High School offer ?
Macarthur High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Macarthur High School part of?
Macarthur High School is part of Irving Independent School District.
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