Serving 157 students in grades 9-12, Winfree Charter School (Richardson) ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school / Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 157 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 35-39% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winfree Charter School (Richardson) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Winfree Charter School (Richardson)'s student population of 157 students has declined by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
157 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Winfree Charter School (Richardson) ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winfree Charter School (Richardson) is 0.69, which is more 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
#3753 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
44%
53%
Black
26%
13%
White
23%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
35-39%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winfree Charter School (Richardson)'s ranking?
Winfree Charter School (Richardson) is ranked #3753 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Winfree Charter School (Richardson)?
The graduation rate of Winfree Charter School (Richardson) is 35-39%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Winfree Charter School (Richardson)?
157 students attend Winfree Charter School (Richardson).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Winfree Charter School (Richardson) students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 23% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Winfree Charter School (Richardson)?
Winfree Charter School (Richardson) has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Winfree Charter School (Richardson) offer ?
Winfree Charter School (Richardson) offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Winfree Charter School (Richardson) part of?
Winfree Charter School (Richardson) is part of Winfree Academy Charter Schools School District.
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