School Overview
Melissa High School, located at 3150 Cardinal Dr. in Melissa, Texas, serves as the flagship secondary campus for the Melissa Independent School District. The school is known for its rapidly growing community and its commitment to a "student-first" culture that balances rigorous academic standards with a wide array of extracurricular opportunities. The campus is designed to support a modern educational experience, emphasizing technology integration and preparing students for post-secondary success through diverse programs ranging from advanced placement courses to robust career and technical education (CTE) pathways.

Beyond the classroom, the school is deeply integrated into the spirit of the Melissa community, which is often characterized by strong support for its athletic programs, fine arts, and student organizations. The district prides itself on maintaining a "small-town feel" despite its significant growth, fostering an environment where students are encouraged to be involved and connected. For more information regarding the school's specific academic offerings, district news, or campus resources, you can visit their official website at [www.melissaisd.org](http://www.melissaisd.org).
1,485
Total Students
97.1
Full-Time Teachers
15.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for MELISSA H S
Demographic Student Count
White862
Hispanic262
Black205
Asian72
Two or More73
American Indian9
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    862 (58.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    262 (17.6 %)
  • Black
    205 (13.8 %)
  • Two or More
    73 (4.9 %)
  • Asian
    72 (4.8 %)
  • American Indian
    9 (0.6 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: MELISSA ISD
Phone: (972)837-4216
Website: http://www.melissaisd.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,485
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 97.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.3
NSLP Participation:1 No
Qualified Free Lunch: N/A
Qualified Reduced Lunch: N/A
Grades Taught
Grade 9 421
Grade 10 401
Grade 11 380
Grade 12 283

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for MELISSA H S
Grade Student Count
Grade 9421
Grade 10401
Grade 11380
Grade 12283
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for MELISSA H S
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female72348.7%
Male76251.3%
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