Serving 1,291 students in grades 9-12, Wichita Falls 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 25% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,291 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wichita Falls High School's student population of 1,291 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,291 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wichita Falls High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wichita Falls High School is 0.60, 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
#4825 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
54%
53%
Black
8%
13%
White
32%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wichita Falls High School's ranking?
Wichita Falls High School is ranked #4825 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Wichita Falls High School often compared to?
Wichita Falls High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hirschi High School, Rider High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wichita Falls High School?
The graduation rate of Wichita Falls High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Wichita Falls High School?
1,291 students attend Wichita Falls High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Wichita Falls High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wichita Falls High School?
Wichita Falls High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wichita Falls High School offer ?
Wichita Falls High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Wichita Falls High School part of?
Wichita Falls High School is part of Wichita Falls ISD School District.
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