McKinney North High School is a public secondary school located on 2550 Wilmeth Road in McKinney, Texas, US. The school is part of the McKinney Independent School District. Mckinney North currently holds the most zoned space in McKinney. McKinney North High School opened to its first freshman class in the year 2000.
Serving 2,311 students in grades 9-12, Mckinney North High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,311 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mckinney North High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Mckinney North High School's student population of 2,311 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 135 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,311 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
135 teachers
Year Founded
2000
Colors
Navy Blue, Orange
School Rankings
Mckinney North High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mckinney North High School is 0.72, which is more 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
#900 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
26%
53%
Black
19%
13%
White
42%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog Duke/duchess
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mckinney North High School's ranking?
Mckinney North High School is ranked #900 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Mckinney North High School often compared to?
Mckinney North High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mckinney Boyd High School, Mckinney High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mckinney North High School?
The graduation rate of Mckinney North High School is 96%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Mckinney North High School?
2,311 students attend Mckinney North High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Mckinney North High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mckinney North High School?
Mckinney North High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mckinney North High School offer ?
Mckinney North High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Mckinney North High School part of?
Mckinney North High School is part of Mckinney Independent School District.
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