Exterior of Calallen High School campus building in Corpus Christi, Texas
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Calallen High School

Haunted Theater Department Elevator in Corpus Christi

, Corpus Christi, TX

Age

18+ (Active school — no public access)

Cost

Free

No public access

Access

Wheelchair OK

Paved campus

Equipment

No Photos

Est. 1928 · 1928 Educational Establishment · Rural Texas History

Calallen High School was established in 1928 in the rural community of Calallen, which had been founded eighteen years earlier in 1910. The town took its name from Calvin Joseph Allen, a prominent early rancher whose 4,000-acre cattle ranch formed the foundation of what would become the Calallen Independent School District. The first Calallen Schools diplomas were awarded in 1913, with Tom Bickham receiving the inaugural diploma from the district.

The high school was officially approved on August 28, 1928, by the County Board, initially authorized to serve three grade levels provided enrollment did not exceed sixty students. Over the decades, the school evolved from a small rural institution into a full-service secondary campus. In 1970, the town of Calallen was annexed by the City of Corpus Christi, shifting the school from a rural educational institution to an urban one. Today, Calallen High School serves grades 9-12 and remains part of the Calallen Independent School District.

Sources

  • https://www.calallen.org/leadership-clone/history-of-calallen
  • https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Calallen_High_School

Plan Your Visit

1 way to experience
Drive-By

Exterior View of Campus

View the campus from the public roadway. The school remains an active educational facility; public access to interior spaces is restricted. The theater arts wing and its adjacent elevator—reportedly active with paranormal phenomena—remain inaccessible to ghost hunters and paranormal investigators.

Duration:
15 min

Sources & Further Reading

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  1. 1.calallen.org/leadership-clone/history-of-calallen
  2. 2.en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Calallen_High_School

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Calallen High School family-friendly?
An active school with no public access. Drive-by observation only, with no graphic content or paranormal activities visible from exterior. Overall family fit: High.
How much does it cost to visit Calallen High School?
No public access This location is free to visit.
Do I need to book in advance?
No advance booking is required, but checking availability is recommended.
Is Calallen High School wheelchair accessible?
Yes, Calallen High School is wheelchair accessible. Terrain: Paved campus.