For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,763 students in Melissa, TX.
The top-ranked public high school in Melissa, TX is Melissa High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Melissa, TX public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in Melissa have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Texas public high schools.
Melissa, TX public high school have a Graduation Rate of 98%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Melissa High School, with 98% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Melissa, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Melissa High School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3030 Milrany Ln
Melissa, TX 75454
(972) 837-4216
Melissa, TX 75454
(972) 837-4216
Gr: 9-12 | 1,762 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: n/an/a
Collin Co J J A E P
Alternative School
200 S Mcdonald St
Melissa, TX 75454
(972) 837-2411
Melissa, TX 75454
(972) 837-2411
Gr: 10 | 1 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Melissa, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in Melissa, TX include Melissa High School.
How many public high schools are located in Melissa?
2 public high schools are located in Melissa.
What is the racial composition of students in Melissa?
Melissa public high schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
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