Serving 839 students in grades 6-8, Finley J High School ranks in the top 50% 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 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (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 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 839 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Eddie Finley Sr. Jr. High serves the southwest part of Waxahachie, TX, covering an area of approximately 115.8 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 15.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Finley J High School's student population of 839 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
839 students
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Rankings
Finley J High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Finley J High School is 0.67, 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
#3250 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
42%
54%
Black
17%
13%
White
36%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Finley J High School's ranking?
Finley J High School is ranked #3250 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Finley J High School often compared to?
Finley J High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Howard J High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Finley J High School?
839 students attend Finley J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Finley J High School students are Hispanic, 36% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Finley J High School?
Finley J High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Finley J High School offer ?
Finley J High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Finley J High School part of?
Finley J High School is part of Waxahachie Independent School District.
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