Weatherford High School is a public high school located in Weatherford, Texas, United States. It is part of the Weatherford Independent School District located in central Parker County and classified as a 6A school by the University Interscholastic League.
Serving 2,487 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 21% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,487 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (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 2,487 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 169 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,487 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
169 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Educate, Engage, Empower
School Rankings
Weatherford High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Weatherford 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
#6505 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
31%
53%
Black
2%
13%
White
62%
25%
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
38%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Kangaroo
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Weatherford High School's ranking?
Weatherford High School is ranked #6505 out of 8,096 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% 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?
2,487 students attend Weatherford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Weatherford High School students are White, 31% 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 15:1, 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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