Waxahachie High School is a public high school in the city of Waxahachie, Texas, United States and classified as a 6A school by the University Interscholastic League. It is a part of the Waxahachie Independent School District located in central Ellis County.
Serving 3,056 students in grades 9-12, Waxahachie 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 35% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,056 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: WAXAHACHIE H S serves an attendance zone that encompasses the entire Waxahachie school district, covering approximately 191.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 8.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 12.4 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Waxahachie High School's student population of 3,056 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 194 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
3,056 students
Total Classroom Teachers
194 teachers
Year Founded
1864
School Rankings
Waxahachie 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 Waxahachie High School is 0.69, 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
#4952 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
39%
54%
Black
21%
13%
White
35%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green
School Mascot
Indian
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Waxahachie High School's ranking?
Waxahachie High School is ranked #4952 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Waxahachie High School often compared to?
Waxahachie High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waxahachie Global High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waxahachie High School?
The graduation rate of Waxahachie High School is 94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Waxahachie High School?
3,056 students attend Waxahachie High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Waxahachie High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 21% 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 Waxahachie High School?
Waxahachie High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waxahachie High School offer ?
Waxahachie High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Waxahachie High School part of?
Waxahachie High School is part of Waxahachie Independent School District.
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