For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 3,532 students in Waxahachie, TX.
The top-ranked public high schools in Waxahachie, TX are Waxahachie Global High School, Waxahachie High School and Waxahachie H S Of Choice. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waxahachie, TX public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Texas public high school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 47% statewide average). High schools in Waxahachie have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public high schools.
Waxahachie, TX public high school have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the Texas average of 90%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Waxahachie Global High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Texas or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high school average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Waxahachie, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waxahachie Global High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
275 Indian Dr
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4761
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4761
Gr: 9-12 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Waxahachie High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3001 Us Hwy 287 Bypass
Waxahachie, TX 75167
(972) 923-4600
Waxahachie, TX 75167
(972) 923-4600
Gr: 9-12 | 3,110 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #33.
Waxahachie H S Of Choice
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1000 Hwy 77 N
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4758
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4758
Gr: 10-12 | 55 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: n/an/a
Ellis Co Jjaep
Alternative School
2272 Fm 878
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 825-5420
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 825-5420
Gr: 8-10 | 9 students Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
Ellis County Jjaep
Alternative School
2272 Fm 878
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 825-5420
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 825-5420
Gr: 9-12 | 2 students
Waxahachie, Texas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Ellis Co Jjaep (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2272 Fm 878
Waxahachie, TX 76165
(972) 825-5420
Waxahachie, TX 76165
(972) 825-5420
Gr: 9 | 1 student
Ellis Co Jjaep (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2272 Fm 878
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 825-5420
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 825-5420
Gr: 7-9 | 5 students Minority enrollment: 80%
650 Park School House Rd
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4720
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4720
Gr: 6 | 553 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
614 Getzendaner Ave
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4690
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4690
Gr: 6 | 443 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
275 Indian Dr
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4780
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4780
Gr: 9-10 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Waxahachie, TX?
The top-ranked public high schools in Waxahachie, TX include Waxahachie Global High School, Waxahachie High School and Waxahachie H S Of Choice.
How many public high schools are located in Waxahachie?
5 public high schools are located in Waxahachie.
What is the racial composition of students in Waxahachie?
Waxahachie public high schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public high schools average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Waxahachie are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Waxahachie include: Waxahachie Global High School vs. Waxahachie High School, Waxahachie High School vs. Waxahachie Global High School
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