MCCALLUM HIGH SCHOOL
MCCALLUM H S is a public high school that is part of the AUSTIN ISD school district, located in AUSTIN, TX with about 1,761 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 108 teachers, MCCALLUM H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
McCallum High School, located in the Brentwood neighborhood of Austin, Texas, is a prominent public secondary school within the Austin Independent School District. Serving students in grades 9–12, the school is widely recognized for its strong academic programs and its vibrant culture, which places a heavy emphasis on both the arts and athletics. As a designated Fine Arts Academy, McCallum offers specialized programming that attracts students from across the district, boasting highly regarded departments in theater, dance, music, and visual arts that frequently receive regional and state accolades.
Beyond its artistic reputation, McCallum is known for its rigorous college preparatory curriculum, including a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses and unique elective opportunities. The school fosters a close-knit community environment often described as having a "small-school feel" despite its comprehensive size. With a history spanning several decades, McCallum remains a central pillar of the North Austin community, balancing a commitment to high academic standards with a diverse, inclusive campus life that encourages student involvement in extracurriculars, community service, and school spirit.
For more information, contact MCCALLUM H S at (512) 414-2519 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
AUSTIN, TX 78756-1598
(512) 414-2519
MCCALLUM HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in AUSTIN, TX with about 1,761 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Texas
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- AUSTIN ISD
- Total Students:
- 1,761
- Teachers:
- 108.61
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,761 students
- White
- 51.1%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 32.8%
- Black or African American
- 9.3%
- Two or more races
- 4.4%
- Asian
- 2.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 51.3%
- Male
- 48.7%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.