Wylie East High School is a public high school located in Wylie, Texas. It is classified as a 6A school by the UIL and is one of the two high schools in the Wylie Independent School District located in south central Collin County, serving mostly residents of Wylie as well as some residents of St Paul and Sachse.
Serving 2,709 students in grades 9-12, Wylie East High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,709 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wylie East High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Wylie East High School's student population of 2,709 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 158 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,709 students
Total Classroom Teachers
158 teachers
Year Founded
2007
Colors
Blue, Navy Blue, Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wylie East High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wylie East High School is 0.71, 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
#1033 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
6%
Hispanic
25%
54%
Black
18%
13%
White
43%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Raider/lady Raider
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wylie East High School's ranking?
Wylie East High School is ranked #1033 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Wylie East High School often compared to?
Wylie East High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wylie High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wylie East High School?
The graduation rate of Wylie East High School is 98%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Wylie East High School?
2,709 students attend Wylie East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Wylie East High School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wylie East High School?
Wylie East High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wylie East High School offer ?
Wylie East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Wylie East High School part of?
Wylie East High School is part of Wylie Independent School District.
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