Average
#4480 of 8,552 schools in TX
Life H S Waxahachie
High School · LIFE SCHOOL
132 E OVILLA RD STE A, Red Oak, TX 75154
Enrollment
1,102
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
6.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,102
Student-Teacher
19:1
Score
6.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#4,480 of 8,552
In Red Oak
#4 of 15
public schools
In district
#2 of 8
LIFE SCHOOL
Academic growth
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Life H S Waxahachie
High School in Red Oak · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Life H S Waxahachie
Life H S Waxahachie is a public high school in Red Oak, TX, part of LIFE SCHOOL. Life H S Waxahachie serves approximately 1,102 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 19:1 student-teacher ratio. Life H S Waxahachie has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,480 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for Life H S Waxahachie show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
Life H S Waxahachie is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Life H S Waxahachie — Students at Life H S Waxahachie score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 16 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.6/10.
How Life H S Waxahachie Compares
See how Life H S Waxahachie performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
132 E OVILLA RD STE A, Red Oak, TX 75154
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Life H S Waxahachie may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WAXAHACHIE GLOBAL H S (rated 9.3/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Waxahachie), which scores notably higher. Another option is WAXAHACHIE H S (rated 6.1/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Waxahachie), with a very similar rating. Additionally, RED OAK H S (rated 5.8/10, 4.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Red Oak, see our Red Oak schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LIFE MIDDLE WAXAHACHIE Red Oak | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| SHACKELFORD EL Waxahachie | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| SIMPSON EL Waxahachie | 2.4 mi | 8.7 |
| LIFE SCHOOL RED OAK Red Oak | 2.8 mi | 3.8 |
| FINLEY J H Waxahachie | 3.1 mi | 6.2 |
| WAXAHACHIE H S OF CHOICE Waxahachie | 3.2 mi | 5.7 |
| COLEMAN J H Waxahachie | 3.2 mi | 8.2 |
| WEDGEWORTH EL Waxahachie | 3.2 mi | 3.7 |
| FAITH FAMILY MASTER ACADEMY Desoto | 3.0 mi | 6.0 |
| WAXAHACHIE GLOBAL H S Waxahachie | 3.4 mi | 9.3 |
| FELTY EL Waxahachie | 3.6 mi | 7.5 |
| FIRST CHRISTIAN DAY SCHOOL Waxahachie | 3.8 mi | 5.6 |
| RED OAK MIDDLE Red Oak | 3.5 mi | 4.8 |
| NORTHSIDE EL Waxahachie | 4.0 mi | 5.8 |
| WOODEN EL Red Oak | 3.8 mi | 7.3 |
| HOWARD J H Waxahachie | 4.1 mi | 6.4 |
| RED OAK H S Red Oak | 4.0 mi | 5.8 |
| WILEMON STEAM ACADEMY Waxahachie | 4.5 mi | 8.9 |
| WAXAHACHIE H S Waxahachie | 4.0 mi | 6.1 |
| THE CHILDRENS MONTESSORI CENTER Waxahachie | 4.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75154 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,150
Median Home Value
$296,000
Median Rent
$1,446/mo
Population
50,178
College Educated
31%
Homeownership
83.7%
Avg Commute
33 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
37.1
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| ANDREWS H S Andrews, TX | 6.2 |
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| CANYON LAKE H S New Braunfels, TX | 6.2 |
| EL CAMPO H S El Campo, TX | 6.2 |
| EPISCOPAL HIGH SCHOOL Bellaire, TX | 6.2 |
| RIVERSIDE H S El Paso, TX | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Life H S Waxahachie
What grades does Life H S Waxahachie serve?
Life H S Waxahachie serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Life H S Waxahachie?
Life H S Waxahachie has an enrollment of approximately 1,102 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Life H S Waxahachie?
The student-teacher ratio at Life H S Waxahachie is 19:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Life H S Waxahachie rank in TX?
Life H S Waxahachie ranks #4,480 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Life H S Waxahachie's MySchoolScout rating?
Life H S Waxahachie has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Life H S Waxahachie?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Life H S Waxahachie has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2024).
Is Life H S Waxahachie a charter school?
Yes, Life H S Waxahachie is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Life H S Waxahachie a Title I school?
No, Life H S Waxahachie is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Life H S Waxahachie?
54.5% of students at Life H S Waxahachie qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,102
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 19:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 58
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Ellis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.1%
- Phone
- (469) 708-4444
- 4-Year Graduation
- 99%+
Resources & Links
District
LIFE SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 5,734
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,430
- District Rank
- #2 of 8
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