Wakeland High School serves 2,099 students in grades 9-12.
Wakeland High School placed in the top 1% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,099 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 10% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wakeland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Wakeland High School's student population of 2,099 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 156 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,099 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
156 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wakeland High School is ranked within the top 1% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Wakeland High School is 0.51, 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
#21 out of 8079 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
12%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
68%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(18-19)≥99%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wakeland High School's ranking?
Wakeland High School is ranked #21 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wakeland High School?
The graduation rate of Wakeland High School is 99%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Wakeland High School?
2,099 students attend Wakeland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Wakeland High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wakeland High School?
Wakeland High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wakeland High School offer ?
Wakeland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Wakeland High School part of?
Wakeland High School is part of Frisco Independent School District.
School Reviews
5 6/20/2014
Pros: Wakeland High School has excellent academic standards and most of the teachers are inviting and committed to teaching. My child really likes the school and is getting an excellent education in my opinion.
Cons: The theatre teacher has her favorites and consistently gives the lead roles to these students. If you are not the President of the Booster Club, don't count on your child getting any decent parts.
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