Serving 715 students in grades 5-8, Wylie East J High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher 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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 715 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wylie East J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Wylie East J High School's student population of 715 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
715 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wylie East J High School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wylie East J High School is 0.52, 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
#613 out of 8079 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
24%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
65%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wylie East J High School's ranking?
Wylie East J High School is ranked #613 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Wylie East J High School?
715 students attend Wylie East J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Wylie East J High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 5% 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 Wylie East J High School?
Wylie East J High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wylie East J High School offer ?
Wylie East J High School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Wylie East J High School part of?
Wylie East J High School is part of Wylie ISD School District.
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