Serving 40 students in grades 11-12, Waxahachie H S Of Choice 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 <50% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 75%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 71%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 11-12
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Waxahachie H S Of Choice ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Waxahachie H S Of Choice's student population of 40 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
Total Students
40 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Waxahachie H S Of Choice is 0.70, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)<50%
75%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)21-39%
71%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
28%
53%
Black
30%
13%
White
37%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 75% TX state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 71% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Waxahachie H S Of Choice?
The graduation rate of Waxahachie H S Of Choice is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Waxahachie H S Of Choice?
40 students attend Waxahachie H S Of Choice.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Waxahachie H S Of Choice students are White, 30% of students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Waxahachie H S Of Choice?
Waxahachie H S Of Choice has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Waxahachie H S Of Choice offer ?
Waxahachie H S Of Choice offers enrollment in grades 11-12
What school district is Waxahachie H S Of Choice part of?
Waxahachie H S Of Choice is part of Waxahachie Independent School District.
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