John R. Hirschi Math/Science International Baccalaureate Magnet High School, commonly known as Hirschi High School or HHS, was a four-year public high school in Wichita Falls, Texas, located at 3106 Borton Lane.
Serving 770 students in grades 8-12, Hirschi High School 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 20% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 770 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hirschi High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hirschi High School's student population of 770 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
Total Students
770 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Year Founded
1962
Colors
Scarlet, Columbia blue
School Rankings
Hirschi High School 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 Hirschi High School is 0.69, 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
#7723 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
41%
53%
Black
31%
13%
White
22%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Husky
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hirschi High School's ranking?
Hirschi High School is ranked #7723 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Hirschi High School often compared to?
Hirschi High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rider High School, Wichita Falls High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hirschi High School?
The graduation rate of Hirschi High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Hirschi High School?
770 students attend Hirschi High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Hirschi High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 22% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hirschi High School?
Hirschi High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Hirschi High School offer ?
Hirschi High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12
What school district is Hirschi High School part of?
Hirschi High School is part of Wichita Falls Independent School District.
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