Serving 2,366 students in grades 9-12, Karen Wagner 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 18% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,366 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Karen Wagner High School's student population of 2,366 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 164 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,366 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
164 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Karen Wagner High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Karen Wagner High School is 0.56, 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
#7599 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
61%
53%
Black
25%
13%
White
9%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Karen Wagner High School's ranking?
Karen Wagner High School is ranked #7599 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Karen Wagner High School often compared to?
Karen Wagner High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Judson Early College Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Karen Wagner High School?
The graduation rate of Karen Wagner High School is 81%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Karen Wagner High School?
2,366 students attend Karen Wagner High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Karen Wagner High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Karen Wagner High School?
Karen Wagner High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Karen Wagner High School offer ?
Karen Wagner High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Karen Wagner High School part of?
Karen Wagner High School is part of Judson Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Karen Wagner High School located?
Karen Wagner High School is located in the Northeast Side neighborhood of San Antonio, TX. There are 30 other public schools located in Northeast Side.
School Reviews
5 1/14/2014
Just have a question. What biology and earth science textbooks do you use from 9-12? I am concerned about textbook revisionism in Texas high schools, a political "hot potato" lately, I know, but just want to know for my own purposes. Can you give me a list used in each grade for the past five years? Thank you!
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