Serving 1,102 students in grades 9-12, Life H S Waxahachie ranks in the top 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 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,102 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Life H S Waxahachie ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Life H S Waxahachie's student population of 1,102 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,102 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Rankings
Life H S Waxahachie ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Life H S Waxahachie is 0.64, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3741 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
38%
53%
Black
45%
13%
White
13%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Life H S Waxahachie's ranking?
Life H S Waxahachie is ranked #3741 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Life H S Waxahachie often compared to?
Life H S Waxahachieis often viewed alongside schools like Red Oak High School, Midlothian High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Life H S Waxahachie?
The graduation rate of Life H S Waxahachie is 99%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Life H S Waxahachie?
1,102 students attend Life H S Waxahachie.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Life H S Waxahachie students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Life H S Waxahachie?
Life H S Waxahachie has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Life H S Waxahachie offer ?
Life H S Waxahachie offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Life H S Waxahachie part of?
Life H S Waxahachie is part of Life School District.
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