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Calhoun H S

High School · CALHOUN COUNTY ISD

201 SANDCRAB BLVD, Port Lavaca, TX 77979

Enrollment

995

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

6.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#3,381 of 8,552

In Port Lavaca

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 7

CALHOUN COUNTY ISD

School environment

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Calhoun H S

6.9/10

High School in Port Lavaca · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Calhoun H S

Calhoun H S is a public high school in Port Lavaca, TX, part of CALHOUN COUNTY ISD. Calhoun H S serves approximately 995 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Calhoun H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #3,381 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for Calhoun H S show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.1
  • TX avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.7Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency31% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg-12.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1.7 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected-5.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile39th
College Readiness6.8Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate96%
AP Participation19.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$14,004
Chronic Absenteeism25.2%

Calhoun H S — Students at Calhoun H S score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 69.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 61.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 28 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
70%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
76%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
90%
ELA
78%
2013
Math
87%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
86%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
81%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
84%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
58%
ELA
35%
2018
Math
66%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
66%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
53%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
53%
ELA
38%
2024
Math
31%
ELA
56%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.2/10.

How Calhoun H S Compares

See how Calhoun H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
61th percentile in TX
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
7.2/10
Very Good
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Sports
18
9 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
78 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
19.4% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics18sports offered
9 boys'·9 girls'·40 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

201 SANDCRAB BLVD, Port Lavaca, TX 77979

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Calhoun H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. INDUSTRIAL H S (rated 8.0/10, 13.8 miles away, in nearby Vanderbilt), which scores notably higher. Another option is EDNA H S (rated 7.4/10, 23.7 miles away, in nearby Edna), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, AUSTWELL-TIVOLI H S (rated 7.1/10, 18.9 miles away, in nearby Tivoli), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Port Lavaca, see our Port Lavaca schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 23.9 mi
School Distance Rating
TRAVIS MIDDLE Port Lavaca 0.5 mi 5.3
HOPE H S Port Lavaca 0.6 mi 5.2
HARRISON/JEFFERSON/MADISON EL Port Lavaca 0.8 mi 8.7
OUR LADY OF THE GULF CATHOLIC SCHOOL Port Lavaca 1.1 mi 8.1
JACKSON/ROOSEVELT EL Port Lavaca 1.7 mi 7.8
INDUSTRIAL J H Vanderbilt 13.6 mi 9.2
INDUSTRIAL H S Vanderbilt 13.8 mi 8.0
PLACEDO EL Placedo 12.4 mi 8.4
INDUSTRIAL EL EAST Vanderbilt 13.8 mi 8.2
BLOOMINGTON H S Bloomington 13.3 mi 5.1
BLOOMINGTON J H Bloomington 13.3 mi 2.7
SEADRIFT SCHOOL Seadrift 15.0 mi 7.0
BLOOMINGTON EL Bloomington 15.2 mi 3.1
PORT O CONNOR SCHOOL Port O'Connor 18.3 mi 9.3
AUSTWELL-TIVOLI H S Tivoli 18.9 mi 7.1
AUSTWELL-TIVOLI EL Tivoli 18.9 mi 8.0
INDUSTRIAL EL WEST Inez 21.0 mi 8.8
EDNA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Edna 23.4 mi
EDNA H S Edna 23.7 mi 7.4
EDNA PRI Edna 23.9 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 77979 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,877

Median Home Value

$137,700

Median Rent

$1,065/mo

Population

16,179

College Educated

18%

Homeownership

76%

Poverty Rate

9.7%

Median Age

37.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Calhoun H S

What grades does Calhoun H S serve?

Calhoun H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Calhoun H S?

Calhoun H S has an enrollment of approximately 995 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Calhoun H S?

The student-teacher ratio at Calhoun H S is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Calhoun H S rank in TX?

Calhoun H S ranks #3,381 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is Calhoun H S's MySchoolScout rating?

Calhoun H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Calhoun H S?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Calhoun H S has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Calhoun H S a charter school?

No, Calhoun H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Calhoun H S a Title I school?

No, Calhoun H S is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Calhoun H S?

58.5% of students at Calhoun H S qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
995
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
78
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Calhoun County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.2%
4-Year Graduation
96.0%

District

CALHOUN COUNTY ISD
District Enrollment
3,533
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$14,004
District Rank
#5 of 7

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