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Best Waxahachie Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 20 public schools serving 11,196 students in Waxahachie, TX (there are 4 private schools, serving 567 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in Waxahachie, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in Waxahachie, TX are Waxahachie Global High School, Wilemon Steam Academy and Simpson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waxahachie, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in Waxahachie have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Waxahachie, TX (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waxahachie Global High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
275 Indian Dr
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4761
Gr: 9-12 | 369 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Wilemon Steam Academy
(Math: 61% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2999 W Us Hwy 287 Bus
Waxahachie, TX 75167
(972) 923-4780
Gr: K-5 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
Simpson Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
470 Washington Ave
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4740
Gr: K-5 | 592 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
Felty Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
231 Park Pl Blvd
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4616
Gr: K-5 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #55.
Howard J High School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
265 Broadhead Rd
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4771
Gr: 6-8 | 918 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #66.
Finley J High School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2401 E Brown St
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4680
Gr: 6-8 | 839 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #77.
Coleman J High School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1000 Hwy 77 N
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4790
Gr: 6-8 | 775 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #88.
Dunaway Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
600 S Hwy 77
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4646
Gr: K-5 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #99.
Shackelford Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1001 Butcher Rd
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4666
Gr: K-5 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #1010.
Waxahachie High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3001 Us Hwy 287 Bypass
Waxahachie, TX 75167
(972) 923-4600
Gr: 9-12 | 3,056 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #1111.
Clift Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
650 Parks School House Rd
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4720
Gr: K-5 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #1212.
Northside Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
801 Brown St
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4610
Gr: PK-5 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #1313.
Wedgeworth Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
405 Solon Rd
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4640
Gr: K-5 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #1414.
Marvin Biomedical Academy
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
110 Brown St
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4670
Gr: PK-5 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #1515.
Waxahachie H S Of Choice
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39% )
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1000 Hwy 77 N
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4758
Gr: 10-12 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: n/an/a
Ecjs Detention Facility
Alternative School
2722 Fm 878
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 825-5412
Rank: n/an/a
Ellis Co Jjaep
Alternative School
2272 Fm 878
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 825-5420
Gr: 8-12 | 6 students
Rank: n/an/a
Ray Elementary School
250 Saratoga Dr
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4631
Gr: PK-5 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: n/an/a
Turner Prekindergarten Academy
614 N Getzendaner St
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4690
Gr: PK | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: n/an/a
Waxahachie Creek High School
411 N Gibson St
Waxahachie, TX 75165
(972) 923-4631

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Waxahachie, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in Waxahachie, TX include Waxahachie Global High School, Wilemon Steam Academy and Simpson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Waxahachie?
20 public schools are located in Waxahachie.
What percentage of students in Waxahachie go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in Waxahachie are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in Waxahachie?
Waxahachie public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Waxahachie are often viewed compared to one another?

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