Dillard McCollum High School is a public high school in San Antonio, Texas in the Harlandale Independent School District. It is classified as a 5A school by the University Interscholastic League. During 2022–2023, McCollum High School had an enrollment of 1,494 students and a student to teacher ratio of 14.13.
Serving 1,466 students in grades 9-12, Mccollum 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 24% (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 15:1 is higher 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 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,466 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mccollum High School's student population of 1,466 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has declined by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,466 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Rankings
Mccollum 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 Mccollum High School is 0.06, 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
#7370 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
97%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
3%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cowboy
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mccollum High School's ranking?
Mccollum High School is ranked #7370 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?
24% 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 Mccollum High School?
The graduation rate of Mccollum High School is 89%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Mccollum High School?
1,466 students attend Mccollum High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Mccollum High School students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mccollum High School?
Mccollum High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mccollum High School offer ?
Mccollum High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mccollum High School part of?
Mccollum High School is part of Harlandale Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Mccollum High School located?
Mccollum High School is located in the Harlandale neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 21 other public schools located in Harlandale.
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