Serving 2,525 students in grades 9-12, Weatherford 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 28% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,525 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Weatherford High School's student population of 2,525 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 158 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,525 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
158 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Weatherford 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 Weatherford High School is 0.51, 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
#5831 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
29%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
64%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Weatherford High School's ranking?
Weatherford High School is ranked #5831 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Weatherford High School often compared to?
Weatherford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Aledo High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Weatherford High School?
The graduation rate of Weatherford High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Weatherford High School?
2,525 students attend Weatherford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Weatherford High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Weatherford High School?
Weatherford High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Weatherford High School offer ?
Weatherford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Weatherford High School part of?
Weatherford High School is part of Weatherford Independent School District.
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