Serving 2,918 students in grades 9-12, Mckinney High School ranks in the top 30% 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 54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher 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 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,918 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckinney High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Mckinney High School's student population of 2,918 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 174 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,918 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
174 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mckinney High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckinney 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
#2296 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
34%
53%
Black
18%
13%
White
38%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckinney High School's ranking?
Mckinney High School is ranked #2296 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Mckinney High School often compared to?
Mckinney High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mckinney Boyd High School, Mckinney North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mckinney High School?
The graduation rate of Mckinney High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Mckinney High School?
2,918 students attend Mckinney High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Mckinney High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mckinney High School?
Mckinney High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mckinney High School offer ?
Mckinney High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mckinney High School part of?
Mckinney High School is part of Mckinney Independent School District.
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