Celina High School is a public high school located in Celina, Texas, United States. It is part of the Celina Independent School District located in northwestern Collin County and classified as a 4A school by the UIL. In 2022, the school received an overall accountability rating of 'A' from the Texas Education Agency.
Serving 1,322 students in grades 9-12, Celina High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,322 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Celina High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Celina High School's student population of 1,322 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 55% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,322 students
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Love the Learner, Drive the Rigor
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Celina High School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Celina High School is 0.61, 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
#2150 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Asian
8%
6%
Hispanic
21%
54%
Black
7%
13%
White
58%
24%
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcat Bennie
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Celina High School's ranking?
Celina High School is ranked #2150 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Celina High School often compared to?
Celina High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prosper High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Celina High School?
The graduation rate of Celina High School is 99%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Celina High School?
1,322 students attend Celina High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Celina High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Celina High School?
Celina High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Celina High School offer ?
Celina High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Celina High School part of?
Celina High School is part of Celina Independent School District.
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