Woodrow Wilson High School, commonly known locally in short as Woodrow, is a public high school located in East Dallas, Texas. Woodrow enrolls students in grades 9–12 and is a part of the Dallas Independent School District. It is located adjacent to the Junius Heights historic district.
Serving 1,791 students in grades 9-12, Woodrow Wilson High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,791 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Woodrow Wilson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Woodrow Wilson High School's student population of 1,791 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 119 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,791 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
119 teachers
Year Founded
1928
Colors
Crimson and gray
School Rankings
Woodrow Wilson High School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Woodrow Wilson High School is 0.53, which is less 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
#3605 out of 8096 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
62%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
29%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Woodrow Wilson High School's ranking?
Woodrow Wilson High School is ranked #3605 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Woodrow Wilson High School often compared to?
Woodrow Wilson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like J L Long Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Woodrow Wilson High School?
The graduation rate of Woodrow Wilson High School is 89%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Woodrow Wilson High School?
1,791 students attend Woodrow Wilson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Woodrow Wilson High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Woodrow Wilson High School?
Woodrow Wilson High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Woodrow Wilson High School offer ?
Woodrow Wilson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Woodrow Wilson High School part of?
Woodrow Wilson High School is part of Dallas Independent School District.
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