About Callaway

Overview

Callaway High School is one of six high schools in the Jackson Public School District. It serves students in grades 9 - 12.

History

Built in 1966, Callaway was named after the late Robert M. Callaway, a Lafayette County native. He began his career teaching Choctaw Indians in the mountains of McCurtain County, Oklahoma. Before assuming duties as principal of Liberty Grove School, later H.V. Watkins Elementary in Jackson, he taught at Darling in Quitman County and Pocahontas in Hinds County. He was principal at Watkins from 1936 to 1956.

Motto

The Only Way!

Vision

Building on its rich history of excellence, Callaway High School will be recognized as the premier destination for educating the whole learner.

Mission

The mission of Callaway High School is to provide quality, innovative teaching and learning experiences to our diverse community of stakeholders to ensure that scholars master content, write and speak effectively, think critically, and compete globally.

Philosophy

Callaway High School provides ALL scholars with an opportunity to excel in academic and extracurricular activities. The administration, teachers, and staff are focused on creating an educational environment conducive to student growth and development. At Callaway High School, we embrace a growth mindset for ALL.

2025-2026 Goals

Increase the average A.C.T. score to 19 by the end of the student’s junior year. 
50% or more CHS scholars will perform proficiently in English II. 
50% or more CHS scholars will perform proficiently in Algebra I. 
50% or more CHS scholars will perform proficiently in Biology I. 
50% or more CHS high school scholars participate in co-curricular activities. 
50% or more of CHS students will maintain a GPA of 3.0 or better. 
90% or more CHS scholars will graduate in 4 years. 
80% or more CHS scholars will express and demonstrate pro-social, emotional, and behavioral patterns through mentorship opportunities that foster student growth and development. 
Improve average daily attendance to at least 90% while reducing chronic absenteeism to 20% or less.
Create and maintain a safe, supportive, and healthy school environment where 95/% or more of stakeholders express overall satisfaction with Callaway High School.

2025-2026 High School Bell Schedule