Summary:
In zip code 79752, there is one high school, McCamey High School, a very small rural school serving 144 students in grades 9-12 within the McCamey Independent School District (Isd).
McCamey High School presents a complex picture for parents. On one hand, the school offers an exceptionally low student-teacher ratio of 9.6 to 1, meaning students receive a great deal of individual attention. The school also spends a very high amount per student—over $21,000 annually—which is nearly double the Texas state average. However, this significant investment has not translated into strong academic outcomes. The school consistently ranks in the bottom quartile of Texas high schools, with its state percentile rank dropping from the 24th to the 16th percentile in recent years. Test scores in core subjects like Algebra I (29% proficient) and English I Reading (23% proficient) are well below state averages. A notable exception is U.S. History, where 64% of students are proficient, coming much closer to the state average of 70%.
A key concern is the gap between the school's graduation rate of 87.5% and its low proficiency rates in math and English. This suggests many students are earning diplomas without mastering foundational skills needed for college or careers. The school's small size also leads to volatile year-over-year test scores, as a single class can dramatically swing results. For example, U.S. History proficiency jumped from 23% to 64% in just one year. While the low dropout rate of 2.7% is positive, parents should carefully consider whether the personalized environment outweighs the school's significant academic challenges and declining state ranking.
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