Serving 118 students in grades 9-12, Triumph Public High Schools-mcallen 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 118 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: 40-49% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Triumph Public High Schools-mcallen ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Triumph Public High Schools-mcallen's student population of 118 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
118 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Triumph Public High Schools-mcallen 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 Triumph Public High Schools-mcallen is 0.00, 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
#7717 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Hispanic
100%
54%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-49%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Triumph Public High Schools-mcallen's ranking?
Triumph Public High Schools-mcallen is ranked #7717 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?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Triumph Public High Schools-mcallen?
The graduation rate of Triumph Public High Schools-mcallen is 40-49%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Triumph Public High Schools-mcallen?
118 students attend Triumph Public High Schools-mcallen.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Triumph Public High Schools-mcallen students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Triumph Public High Schools-mcallen?
Triumph Public High Schools-mcallen has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Triumph Public High Schools-mcallen offer ?
Triumph Public High Schools-mcallen offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Triumph Public High Schools-mcallen part of?
Triumph Public High Schools-mcallen is part of Triumph Public High Schools-Rio Grande Valley.
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