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 1,502 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 19% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 14:1 is equal to 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 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,502 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (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 1,502 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,502 students
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Year Founded
1962
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Mccollum High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mccollum High School is 0.08, 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
#7634 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
96%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
3%
24%
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
85%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
3%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Harlandale Independent School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mccollum High School's ranking?
Mccollum High School is ranked #7634 out of 8,096 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?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% 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?
1,502 students attend Mccollum High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Mccollum High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mccollum High School?
Mccollum High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to 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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