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6.9 avg / 10

Best Schools in Waxahachie, Texas

22 schools · 12 Elementary · 4 Middle · 4 High · 2 Other

Public: 19
Private: 3
Districts: 3
Avg Rating: 6.9/10
Estimated Scores: 22%

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.9/10

50% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$99,095

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$338,850

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
31%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
31 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
78%

Of occupied housing units

How Waxahachie compares

Texas rank

#296 of 654

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

+0.7

above Texas avg (6.2)

Median household income

$99k

133% of Texas median

Schools in this city

18

About Schools in Waxahachie, Texas

Waxahachie, Texas is home to 22 schools, including 19 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 12 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 4 high schools.

With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in Waxahachie show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Waxahachie is Wilemon Steam Academy with a composite score of 9.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Waxahachie is served by 3 school districts: FERRIS ISD, RED OAK ISD, WAXAHACHIE ISD. These districts collectively serve 20,521 students.

Waxahachie's community shows 31% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $99,095. The poverty rate in the area is 6.3%.

Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.

Filter by Level: All Levels (22) Elementary (12) Middle (4) High (4)
Filter by Type: All Types (22) Public (19) Private (3)
Filter by Rating: All Ratings (22) Academics (22) Growth (13) Resources (16)
Filter by ZIP: 75165 (21)

Elementary Schools

12 schools
# School Rating
1
WILEMON STEAM ACADEMY
430 students · Kindergarten–5th 		9.0
2
DUNAWAY EL
465 students · Kindergarten–5th 		8.7
3
NORTHSIDE EL
497 students · Pre-K–5th 		8.2
4
CLIFT EL
608 students · Kindergarten–5th 		7.6
5
SHACKELFORD EL
441 students · Kindergarten–5th 		7.4
6
SIMPSON EL
679 students · Kindergarten–5th 		6.8
7
FELTY EL
528 students · Kindergarten–5th 		6.5
8
WEDGEWORTH EL
684 students · Kindergarten–5th 		5.6
9
MARVIN BIOMEDICAL ACADEMY
491 students · Pre-K–5th 		4.9
Private Schools 3 schools

Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.

1
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL Private
105 students · Pre-K–8th 		Not Rated
2
FIRST CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Private
63 students · Pre-K–8th 		Not Rated
3
THE CHILDRENS MONTESSORI CENTER Private
13 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten 		Not Rated

Middle Schools

4 schools
# School Rating
1
COLEMAN J H
814 students · 6th–8th 		7.1
2
FINLEY J H
838 students · 6th–8th 		7.0
3
HOWARD J H
786 students · 6th–8th 		6.5
4
ELLIS CO JJAEP
5 students · 7th–9th 		—

High Schools

4 schools
# School Rating
1
WAXAHACHIE GLOBAL H S
356 students · 9th–12th 		7.1
2
WAXAHACHIE H S
3,110 students · 9th–12th 		6.9
3
WAXAHACHIE H S OF CHOICE
55 students · 10th–12th 		5.4
4
ELLIS COUNTY JJAEP
2 students · 9th–12th 		—

Other Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1
TURNER PREKINDERGARTEN ACADEMY
261 students · Pre-K–Pre-K 		6.6
2
ELLIS CO JJAEP
9 students · 8th–10th 		—

Schools in Waxahachie

Waxahachie, Texas · 22 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes

Median Income

$99,095

Median Home Value

$338,850

Median Rent

$1,704/mo

Population

64,434

College Educated

31%

Homeownership

78%

Avg Commute

31 min

Poverty Rate

6.3%

Community Profile

Waxahachie has a median household income of $99,095. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $338,850, with a median rent of $1,704/month. The local poverty rate of 6.3% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
Texas
Total Schools
22
Elementary
12
Middle
4
High
4
Districts
3
Avg Rating
6.9/10

Resources

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School Districts (3)

FERRIS ISD

6 schools · 2,877 students

RED OAK ISD

8 schools · 6,592 students

WAXAHACHIE ISD

17 schools · 11,052 students

Nearby Cities

Ovilla (1 school)
9 mi
Red Oak (14 schools)
10 mi
Midlothian (13 schools)
9 mi
Palmer (3 schools)
9 mi
Glenn Heights (2 schools)
11 mi
Desoto (15 schools)
13 mi
Lancaster (11 schools)
14 mi
Avalon (1 school)
14 mi
Maypearl (4 schools)
13 mi
Ferris (6 schools)
13 mi
Ennis (11 schools)
13 mi
Cedar Hill (11 schools)
14 mi
Italy (2 schools)
16 mi
Wilmer (2 schools)
16 mi
Duncanville (17 schools)
17 mi

Other Major Cities in Texas

Top metros statewide by school count.

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Waxahachie, Texas

How many schools are in Waxahachie, Texas?

Waxahachie has 22 schools, including 19 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Waxahachie, Texas?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Waxahachie is 6.9 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Waxahachie, Texas?

The top-ranked school in Waxahachie on MySchoolScout is Wilemon Steam Academy with a composite score of 9.0/10.

What is the best elementary school in Waxahachie, Texas?

The top-ranked elementary school in Waxahachie on MySchoolScout is Wilemon Steam Academy with a composite score of 9.0/10.

What is the best middle school in Waxahachie, Texas?

The top-ranked middle school in Waxahachie on MySchoolScout is Coleman J H with a composite score of 7.1/10.

What is the best high school in Waxahachie, Texas?

The top-ranked high school in Waxahachie on MySchoolScout is Waxahachie Global H S with a composite score of 7.1/10.

How many school districts serve Waxahachie, Texas?

Waxahachie is served by 3 school districts: Ferris ISD, Red Oak ISD, Waxahachie ISD.

What is the education level in Waxahachie, Texas?

According to Census data, 31% of adults in Waxahachie have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Waxahachie, Texas?

The median household income in Waxahachie is approximately $99,095 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Waxahachie, Texas?

Yes, Waxahachie has 3 private schools alongside 19 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Joseph Catholic School with a score of 7.3/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Waxahachie, Texas?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Waxahachie is 12.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Waxahachie, Texas?

MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Texas Education Agency, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.