John R. Hirschi Math/Science International Baccalaureate Magnet High School, commonly known as Hirschi High School or HHS, was a four-year public high school in Wichita Falls, Texas, located at 3106 Borton Lane.
Serving 464 students in grades 6-8, Hirschi Middle 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 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (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 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 464 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hirschi Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hirschi Middle School's student population of 464 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 39% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
464 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1962
Colors
Scarlet, Columbia blue
School Rankings
Hirschi Middle 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 Hirschi Middle School is 0.69, which is more 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
#7158 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Hispanic
41%
54%
Black
33%
13%
White
20%
24%
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Husky
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hirschi Middle School's ranking?
Hirschi Middle School is ranked #7158 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Hirschi Middle School?
464 students attend Hirschi Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Hirschi Middle School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hirschi Middle School?
Hirschi Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hirschi Middle School offer ?
Hirschi Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hirschi Middle School part of?
Hirschi Middle School is part of Wichita Falls Independent School District.
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