District Profile
WISD

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Waxahachie ISD was founded in 1884 and has a rich tradition of excellence in education. The district encompasses 192 square miles in the heart of Ellis County. Waxahachie ISD is a fast-growth district with a diverse student population of over 10,100 and more than 1,600 employees who are committed to the success of every student. While Waxahachie ISD is steeped in tradition, it is also a district of innovation with a rigorous curriculum and outstanding extracurricular programs.
Waxahachie ISD offers many unique educational opportunities, including:
- Two-way dual language program
- STEAM elementary academy
- STEM/Early College high school (Global High)
- Courses in all 13 CTE clusters offered at WHS
Waxahachie ISD campuses by the numbers:
- 9 elementary schools
- 3 junior high schools
- 2 high schools
- 1 alternative high school
- 1 pre-kindergarten academy
Current Enrollment: 10,138
- African American: 14.4%
- Hispanic: 33.8%
- White: 47%
- Asian/Pacific Isl.: 0.7%
- Native American: 0.8%
- Two or More Races: 3.4%
- Economically Disadvantaged: 45.9%
- 1,622 employees
- 715 certified teachers
- 24.1% of teachers have advanced degrees
- Average years of teacher experience: 12.1
- First-year teacher salary: $52,550
- 13.5 students per certified teacher
For additional information or clarification about the content on this page, please contact the WISD Administration Office at (972) 923-4631.