Top Rankings
Wichita Falls Independent School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Highest graduation rate (Top 10%)
Diversity
Most diverse schools (Top 1%)
Community Size
Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
For the 2026-27 school year, there are 24 public schools serving 12,644 students in Wichita Falls Independent School District. This district's average testing ranking is 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
Public Schools in Wichita Falls Independent School District have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 51% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Overview
This School District
This State (TX)
# Schools
24 Schools
9,244 Schools
# Students
12,644 Students
5,524,796 Students
# Teachers
828 Teachers
368,147 Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
15:1
Student By Grade
District Rank
Wichita Falls Independent School District, which is ranked #817 of all 1,193 school districts in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2022-2023 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 95% has decreased from 98% over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#864 out of 1202 school districts
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
46%
Graduation Rate
95%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(2022-23)23.5%
23%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.69
0.64
Showing 2014–2023. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
% American Indian
1%
n/a
% Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
% Hispanic
41%
54%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
% Black
14%
13%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
% White
35%
24%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
7%
3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $17,164 is higher than the state median of $15,449. The school district revenue/student has grown by 21% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $22,843 is higher than the state median of $16,605. The school district spending/student has grown by 43% over four school years.
Total Revenue
$217 MM
$85,353 MM
Showing 2014–2023. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Spending
$289 MM
$91,739 MM
Showing 2014–2023. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Revenue / Student
$17,164
$15,449
Showing 2014–2023. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Spending / Student
$22,843
$16,605
Showing 2014–2023. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Best Wichita Falls Independent School District Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sheppard Afb Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
301 Anderson Dr
Sheppard Afb, TX 76311
(940) 235-1184
Sheppard Afb, TX 76311
(940) 235-1184
Gr: PK-6 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
West Foundation Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5220 Lk Wellington Pkwy
Wichita Falls, TX 76310
(940) 235-1192
Wichita Falls, TX 76310
(940) 235-1192
Gr: PK-5 | 381 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Fowler Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5100 Ridgecrest Dr
Wichita Falls, TX 76310
(940) 235-1152
Wichita Falls, TX 76310
(940) 235-1152
Gr: PK-5 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #44.
Fain Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1562 Norman St
Wichita Falls, TX 76302
(940) 235-1148
Wichita Falls, TX 76302
(940) 235-1148
Gr: PK-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #55.
Crockett Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3015 Ave I
Wichita Falls, TX 76309
(940) 235-1140
Wichita Falls, TX 76309
(940) 235-1140
Gr: K-5 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #66.
Mcniel Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4712 Barnett Rd
Wichita Falls, TX 76310
(940) 235-1118
Wichita Falls, TX 76310
(940) 235-1118
Gr: 6-8 | 996 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #77.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2112 Speedway Ave
Wichita Falls, TX 76308
(940) 235-1156
Wichita Falls, TX 76308
(940) 235-1156
Gr: K-5 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #88.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4628 Mistletoe Dr
Wichita Falls, TX 76310
(940) 235-1168
Wichita Falls, TX 76310
(940) 235-1168
Gr: PK-5 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #99.
Milam Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2901 Boren Ave
Wichita Falls, TX 76308
(940) 235-1176
Wichita Falls, TX 76308
(940) 235-1176
Gr: PK-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #1010.
Barwise Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3807 Kemp
Wichita Falls, TX 76308
(940) 235-1108
Wichita Falls, TX 76308
(940) 235-1108
Gr: 6-8 | 1,164 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #1111.
Cunningham School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4107 Phillips Dr
Wichita Falls, TX 76308
(940) 235-1144
Wichita Falls, TX 76308
(940) 235-1144
Gr: PK-5 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #1212.
Hirschi Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3106 Borton
Wichita Falls, TX 76306
(940) 235-1113
Wichita Falls, TX 76306
(940) 235-1113
Gr: 6-8 | 464 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #1313.
Scotland Park Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1415 N 5th St
Wichita Falls, TX 76307
(940) 235-1180
Wichita Falls, TX 76307
(940) 235-1180
Gr: PK-5 | 542 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #1414.
Booker T Washington Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1300 Harding St
Wichita Falls, TX 76301
(940) 235-1196
Wichita Falls, TX 76301
(940) 235-1196
Gr: PK-5 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #1515.
Southern Hills Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3920 Armory Rd
Wichita Falls, TX 76307
(940) 235-1188
Wichita Falls, TX 76307
(940) 235-1188
Gr: PK-5 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #1616.
Wichita County Juvenile Justice Aep
Alternative School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
401 Burkburnett Rd
Wichita Falls, TX 76306
(940) 322-7414
Wichita Falls, TX 76306
(940) 322-7414
Gr: 6-12 | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #1717.
Burgess Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3106 Maurine St
Wichita Falls, TX 76305
(940) 235-1136
Wichita Falls, TX 76305
(940) 235-1136
Gr: PK-5 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #1818.
Zundelowitz Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1706 Polk
Wichita Falls, TX 76309
(940) 235-1164
Wichita Falls, TX 76309
(940) 235-1164
Gr: K-5 | 514 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: n/an/a
222 Brook St
Wichita Falls, TX 76302
(940) 235-1132
Wichita Falls, TX 76302
(940) 235-1132
Gr: PK | 196 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: n/an/a
Denver Center
Alternative School
5th & Denver
Wichita Falls, TX 76301
(940) 235-1101
Wichita Falls, TX 76301
(940) 235-1101
Gr: 3-12
Rank: n/an/a
1705 Katherine
Wichita Falls, TX 76306
(940) 235-1000
Wichita Falls, TX 76306
(940) 235-1000
Gr: PK | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: n/an/a
3003 Henry S Grace Fwy
Wichita Falls, TX 76302
(940) 235-1000
Wichita Falls, TX 76302
(940) 235-1000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,857 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: n/an/a
6600 Kell W Blvd
Wichita Falls, TX 76310
(940) 235-1000
Wichita Falls, TX 76310
(940) 235-1000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,650 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools belong to Wichita Falls Independent School District?
Wichita Falls Independent School District manages 24 public schools serving 12,644 students.
What is the rank of Wichita Falls Independent School District?
Wichita Falls Independent School District is ranked #817 out of 1,193 school districts in Texas (bottom 50%) based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data for the 2022-2023 school year. This district ranks in the top 20% of Texas school districts for: Highest graduation rate (Top 10%), Most diverse schools (Top 1%) and Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
What is the racial composition of students in Wichita Falls Independent School District?
41% of Wichita Falls Independent School District students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student/teacher ratio of Wichita Falls Independent School District?
Wichita Falls Independent School District has a student/teacher ratio of 15:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 15:1.
What is Wichita Falls Independent School District's spending/student ratio?
The school district's spending/student of $22,843 is higher than the state median of $16,605. The school district spending/student has grown by 43% over four school years.
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