Serving 417 students in grades 6-8, Commander William C Mccool Academy 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 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Commander William C Mccool Academy's student population of 417 students has grown by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
417 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Commander William C Mccool Academy ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Commander William C Mccool Academy is 0.59, 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
#2247 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
6%
Hispanic
56%
53%
Black
9%
13%
White
30%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Commander William C Mccool Academy's ranking?
Commander William C Mccool Academy is ranked #2247 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Commander William C Mccool Academy?
417 students attend Commander William C Mccool Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Commander William C Mccool Academy students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Commander William C Mccool Academy?
Commander William C Mccool Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Commander William C Mccool Academy offer ?
Commander William C Mccool Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Commander William C Mccool Academy part of?
Commander William C Mccool Academy is part of Lubbock Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Commander William C Mccool Academy located?
Commander William C Mccool Academy is located in the Coronado neighborhood of Lubbock, TX. There are 1 other public schools located in Coronado.
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