Serving 1,114 students in grades 9-12, Life H S Waxahachie 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 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). 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 18:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,114 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (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
School Overview
Life H S Waxahachie's student population of 1,114 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,114 students
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
School Rankings
Life H S Waxahachie 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 Life H S Waxahachie is 0.65, 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
#4352 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
Hispanic
38%
54%
Black
43%
13%
White
15%
24%
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Life H S Waxahachie's ranking?
Life H S Waxahachie is ranked #4352 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 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?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% 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 98%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Life H S Waxahachie?
1,114 students attend Life H S Waxahachie.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Life H S Waxahachie students are Black, 38% of students are Hispanic, 15% 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 18:1, 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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