Karen J. Wagner High School is a high school in unincorporated Bexar County, Texas, United States. It is operated by the Judson Independent School District. The school has a San Antonio address but is not within the San Antonio city limits.
Serving 2,423 students in grades 9-12, Karen Wagner High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,423 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Karen Wagner High School serves the southern part of San Antonio, TX, covering an area of approximately 17.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Karen Wagner High School's student population of 2,423 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 154 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,423 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
154 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Karen Wagner High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Karen Wagner High School is 0.56, 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
#7476 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
61%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.5%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Karen Wagner High School's ranking?
Karen Wagner High School is ranked #7476 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Karen Wagner High School often compared to?
Karen Wagner High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Judson Early College Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Karen Wagner High School?
The graduation rate of Karen Wagner High School is 80%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Karen Wagner High School?
2,423 students attend Karen Wagner High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Karen Wagner High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Karen Wagner High School?
Karen Wagner High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Karen Wagner High School offer ?
Karen Wagner High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Karen Wagner High School part of?
Karen Wagner High School is part of Judson Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Karen Wagner High School located?
Karen Wagner High School is located in the Northeast Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 30 other public schools located in Northeast Side.
School Reviews
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