Serving 2,795 students in grades 8-12, Waxahachie High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 2,795 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waxahachie High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Waxahachie High School's student population of 2,795 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 166 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
2,795 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
166 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Waxahachie High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Waxahachie High School is 0.66, 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
#2921 out of 8079 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
34%
53%
Black
18%
13%
White
44%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #2921 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waxahachie High School?
The graduation rate of Waxahachie High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Waxahachie High School?
2,795 students attend Waxahachie High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Waxahachie High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waxahachie High School?
Waxahachie High School has a student ration of 17:1, 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 8-12
What school district is Waxahachie High School part of?
Waxahachie High School is part of Waxahachie ISD School District.
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