Wylie East High School is a public high school located in Wylie, Texas. It is classified as a 6A school by the UIL and is one of the two high schools in the Wylie Independent School District located in south central Collin County, serving mostly residents of Wylie as well as some residents of St Paul and Sachse.
Serving 2,709 students in grades 9-12, Wylie East High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,709 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Wylie East High School serves the eastern part of Wylie, TX, covering an area of approximately 27.4 square miles. Families within this zone experience a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 7.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wylie East High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Wylie East High School's student population of 2,709 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 158 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,709 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
158 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wylie East High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wylie East High School is 0.71, 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
#1033 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
43%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
98%
90.3%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Navy Blue, Silver
School Mascot
Raider/lady Raider
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wylie East High School's ranking?
Wylie East High School is ranked #1033 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Wylie East High School often compared to?
Wylie East High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wylie High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wylie East High School?
The graduation rate of Wylie East High School is 98%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Wylie East High School?
2,709 students attend Wylie East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Wylie East High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wylie East High School?
Wylie East High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wylie East High School offer ?
Wylie East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Wylie East High School part of?
Wylie East High School is part of Wylie Independent School District.
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