For the 2026 school year, there are 18 public schools serving 7,703 students in 75165, TX (there are 5 private schools, serving 602 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 75165, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in 75165, TX are Waxahachie Global High School, Simpson Elementary School and Felty Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 75165 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in 75165, TX have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best 75165, TX Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waxahachie Global High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
275 Indian Dr
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4761
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4761
Gr: 9-12 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Simpson Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
470 Washington Ave
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4740
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4740
Gr: K-5 | 592 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Felty Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
231 Park Pl Blvd
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4616
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4616
Gr: K-5 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #44.
Howard J High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
265 Broadhead Rd
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4771
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4771
Gr: 6-8 | 918 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #55.
Finley J High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2401 E Brown St
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4680
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4680
Gr: 6-8 | 839 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #66.
Coleman J High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1000 Hwy 77 N
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4790
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4790
Gr: 6-8 | 775 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #77.
Dunaway Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
600 S Hwy 77
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4646
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4646
Gr: K-5 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #88.
Shackelford Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1001 Butcher Rd
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4666
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4666
Gr: K-5 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #99.
Clift Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
650 Parks School House Rd
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4720
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4720
Gr: K-5 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #1010.
Northside Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
801 Brown St
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4610
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4610
Gr: PK-5 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #1111.
Wedgeworth Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
405 Solon Rd
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4640
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4640
Gr: K-5 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #1212.
Marvin Biomedical Academy
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
110 Brown St
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4670
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4670
Gr: PK-5 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #1313.
Waxahachie H S Of Choice
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Hwy 77 N
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4758
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4758
Gr: 10-12 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: n/an/a
Ecjs Detention Facility
Alternative School
2722 Fm 878
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 825-5412
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 825-5412
Rank: n/an/a
Ellis Co Jjaep
Alternative School
2272 Fm 878
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 825-5420
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 825-5420
Gr: 8-12 | 6 students
Rank: n/an/a
250 Saratoga Dr
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4631
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4631
Gr: PK-5 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: n/an/a
614 N Getzendaner St
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4690
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4690
Gr: PK | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
75165, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Ellis Co Jjaep (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2272 Fm 878
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 825-5420
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 825-5420
Gr: 9-12 | 3 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Ellis Co Jjaep (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2272 Fm 878
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 825-5420
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 825-5420
Gr: 5-12
Ellis Co Jjaep (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2272 Fm 878
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 825-5420
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 825-5420
Gr: 6-12
Ellis Co Jjaep (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2272 Fm 878
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 825-5420
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 825-5420
Gr: 10 | 1 student
Ellis Co Jjaep (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2272 Fm 878
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 825-5420
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 825-5420
Gr: 5-12
Ellis Co Jjaep (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2272 Fm 878
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 449-3389
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 449-3389
Gr: 6 | 1 student
Ellis Co Jjaep (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2272 Fm 878
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 825-5420
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 825-5420
Gr: 11 | 1 student
650 Park School House Rd
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4720
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4720
Gr: 6 | 553 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
614 Getzendaner Ave
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4690
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4690
Gr: 6 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
275 Indian Dr
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4780
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4780
Gr: 9-10 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 75165, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in 75165, TX include Waxahachie Global High School, Simpson Elementary School and Felty Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 75165?
18 public schools are located in 75165.
What percentage of students in 75165 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 75165 are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in 75165?
75165 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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