McKinney High School
| McKinney High School | |
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| Address | |
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1400 W Wilson Creek Pkwy. , 75069 | |
| Coordinates | 33°11′18″N 96°37′58″W / 33.1882°N 96.63284°W |
| Information | |
| Type | Public High School |
| Motto | Tradition of Excellence |
| School district | McKinney Independent School District |
| Principal | Paula Kent |
| Staff | 172.37 (on an FTE basis)[1] |
| Grades | 9-12 |
| Enrollment | 2,804 (2023–2024)[1] |
| Student to teacher ratio | 16.27[1] |
| Hours in school day | 8 hours, 7 minutes |
| Campus type | Suburban |
| Color(s) | Blue & Gold |
| Fight song | "Dear, Mckinney High School" |
| Athletics conference | UIL Class 6-6A |
| Mascot | Lion |
| Team name | Lions |
| Website | www |
McKinney High School (MHS) also called McKinney High is located at 1400 Wilson Creek Parkway in McKinney, Texas, and is within the McKinney Independent School District (MISD). MHS is the oldest high school in McKinney and the current building opened in 1986, after moving from what is now Faubion Middle School. The school underwent major renovations from 2013-2015 and added a Fine Arts/Performing Arts Center in 2018.
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) rated the school as Recognized following the 2009-10 school year, and most recently, the school is a 2022 A Rated Campus scoring 90/100.[2]
As of 2023, GreatSchools gave MHS an overall 5/10 rating, which its data ranges from test scores to diversity, attendance, etc.[3]
Academics
[edit]Advanced Placement offerings include Art History, Biology, Calculus AB and BC, Chemistry, Computer Science Principles and A, English Language and Composition, English Literature and Composition, Environmental Science, European History, French Language, German Language, Human Geography, Latin Literature, Macroeconomics, Music Theory, Physics C – Mechanics and Electricity/Magnetism, Psychology, Statistics, Spanish Language, Spanish Literature, Studio Art – 2D, 3D, and Drawing, US Government and Politics, US History, and World History.[4]
Other 6.0 GPA classes include Computer Science 3 and 4.[4]
Athletics
[edit]The McKinney Lions compete in the following sports:[5]
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Football
- Golf
- Powerlifting
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
Controversies
[edit]On April 1, 2006, a Walkout occurred due to the Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act of 2006. One student was arrested, and 9 others were cited for blocking a road. The 9 students who were cited had a 3-day suspension as well.[6]
On February 21, 2018, a walkout protesting gun violence occurred. More than 670 students were reported to have walked-out of class.[7]
Demographics
[edit]| White: 39% |
| Hispanic: 33% |
| Black: 18% |
| Asian: 5% |
| Two or more races: 4% |
| Native American: 1% |
| Eligible for free or reduced-price lunches: 33% |
Notable alumni
[edit]- Tommy Joe Crutcher, NFL 1964-1972, Super Bowl II winner
- Hobie Harris, baseball player[8]
- Adrianna Hicks, actress[9]
- Brittany Lang, Professional golfer[10]
- Zach Lee, Major League Baseball player[11][12]
- Matt Lipka, baseball player[12]
- Hunter Mahan, Professional golfer[13]
- Adam Miller Professional baseball player[14]
- Johnny Quinn, Professional football player and U.S. Olympian (bobsled)[15]
- Robert Richardson, NASCAR Driver[16]
- J. Michael Tatum, Anime voice actor for FUNimation[citation needed]
- Sammy Walker, NFL player[17]
- London Woodberry, MLS- FC Dallas[18]
- Nora Zehetner, Actress[19]
- Akayleb Evans
- Jason Ralph, actor
- Ja'Kobe Walter, NBA player
Zoning
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The zoning for this school includes the areas from South-Downtown McKinney, to areas surrounding Towne Lake, Eldorado Parkway (east of Ridge Road), McKinney National Airport, and Lucas, Texas. [20]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ a b c d "MCKINNEY H S". National Center for Education Statistics. Retrieved December 17, 2024.
- ^ "Texas Accountability Rating System". Texas Education Agency. Retrieved August 20, 2019.
- ^ "GreatSchools.org statistics".
- ^ a b "2024-25-High-School-Academic-Planning-Guide-011624" (PDF). 16 January 2024. Retrieved 17 October 2024.
- ^ "Schools - The Athletics Department .com". theathleticsdepartment.com. Retrieved 11 February 2017.
- ^ "2006 Walkout news article".
- ^ "2018 Walkout news article".
- ^ "Hanging with Hobie Harris". MiLB.com. June 10, 2016. Retrieved April 1, 2023.
- ^ "From Texas to Broadway: a local star shines in her Color Purple homecoming". CultureMap Houston. 2018-01-08. Retrieved 2022-12-09.
- ^ Wixon, Matt (June 25, 2012). "Former McKinney golf star Brittany Lang earns first LPGA title". Dallas News. Archived from the original on May 25, 2013. Retrieved October 16, 2012.
- ^ "Dodgers pitching prospect Zach Lee not ruling out return to football". Fox Sports. 11 February 2016. Retrieved 12 February 2017.
- ^ a b "McKinney's Zach Lee, Matt Lipka share big league aspiration". Dallas Morning News. Retrieved November 4, 2014.
- ^ Atkinson, Rick (14 September 2012). "Hunter Mahan: A Lion on the links". McKinney Online. Retrieved 12 February 2017.
- ^ "Adam Miller's tough road back from finger injury". Fox Sports. 26 March 2014. Retrieved 12 February 2017.
- ^ "Johnny Quinn Bio". North Texas Mean Green. Archived from the original on 16 July 2018. Retrieved 12 February 2017.
- ^ "McKinney alumnus to drive in Daytona 500". McKinney Courier-Gazette. 9 February 2010. Retrieved 12 February 2017.
- ^ May, Andrew (2 March 2011). "Former Lionette standout back at state tournament as coach". McKinney Courier-Gazette. Retrieved 12 February 2017.
- ^ Addison, Joe (22 August 2008). "Rising Star: FC Dallas Academy's London Woodberry". SoccerAmerica. Retrieved 12 February 2017.
- ^ Ramsey, Raya (20 June 2011). "Nora Zehetner, Who What Wear's Girl of the Month, is a Dallas Girl!". D Magazine. Retrieved 12 February 2017.
- ^ "Zoning map of McKinney Independent School District (High Schools only)" (PDF).
External links
[edit]| Authority control databases: Geographic |
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