Wharton High School

Direction#1 Tiger Ave, Wharton, TX, 77488
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Public School WHARTON ISD High School

Accountability Ratings

D
Below Average
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TEA Ratings
Scaled Score
Student Achievement 66
Student Progress 69
Closing Performance Gaps 52
Overall 64

Distinction Designations

Read/ELA
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
Post-Secondary
Comparative Academic Growth
Comparative Closing the Gaps

Welcome to Wharton High School, a vibrant and dynamic educational institution nestled in the heart of Wharton, Texas, at 1 TIGER AVE WHARTON, TX 77488. As an integral part of the respected WHARTON ISD, our school is committed to fostering academic excellence and holistic development in a supportive community environment.

At Wharton High School, we are proud of our dedicated team of 48 professional educators, each bringing an average of 9 years of rich teaching experience. Our faculty's commitment is reflected in their tenure, with an average of 5 years dedicated to our school, ensuring continuity and a deep understanding of our educational ethos. This experienced team is further supported by 13 skilled education aids, enhancing our capacity to provide personalized and focused instruction.

Our student body comprises 613 enthusiastic learners, creating a vibrant and diverse community. With a favorable student-to-teacher ratio of 12.90, we ensure that each student receives attentive guidance and support, facilitating both their academic and personal growth. This ratio reflects our commitment to nurturing the individual potential of each student through tailored educational strategies and small class sizes.

Wharton High School offers a robust curriculum designed to prepare students for the challenges of the future. We emphasize a balanced education that includes a wide range of extracurricular activities, advanced placement courses, and innovative programs in technology, arts, and sciences. Our aim is to equip students with the skills and knowledge they need to excel in higher education and beyond.

For families considering a move to or within Wharton, TX, Wharton High School represents a top-tier educational opportunity. We invite you to join our community where educational excellence is not just a goal, but a reality. We encourage prospective families and students to visit us and witness firsthand the warm, engaging, and stimulating atmosphere that our school has to offer.

For more information or to schedule a visit, please contact us at (979) 532-6800. Discover how Wharton High School can be a part of your child's educational journey towards success and fulfillment. We look forward to welcoming you to our school community, where every day is a step towards achieving our motto: Excellence in Education.

School Summary

Public School
Grade Span
09-12
Enrollment
566
Is Charter
No
Address
#1 TIGER AVE, WHARTON, TX, 77488
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Principal
MS DIANA BELL
School District
Phone
(979) 532-6800
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Wharton High School Student / Staff Statistics

Student Statistics

Racial/Ethnic Group
Racial/Ethnic Group Number Percent
African American 149 26.33%
Hispanic 351 62.01%
White 54 9.54%
Asian 1 0.18%
Native American 1 0.18%
Two or More Races 10 1.77%
Total Students 566 100.00%
Eco Disadvantaged 415 73.32%
Limited English Proficiency 87 15.37%
Program/Count/Percent
Program Count Percent
Bilingual 85 15.02%
Gifted & Talented 40 7.07%
Special Education 78 13.78%
Teacher Student Ratio 13.70 S/T

Staff Statistics

By Experience
By Experience Count Percent
Over 30 years 2 4.85%
20 - 30 years 3 7.77%
10 - 20 years 4 9.71%
6 - 10 years 6 14.56%
1- 5 years 23 55.83%
Beginning Teacher 3 7.28%
Teacher Experience Average 8.40 yrs
Teacher Tenure Average 4.70 yrs
Teacher Type Number Percent
Total Teachers 41 100%
Female Teachers 23 55.83 %
Male Teachers 18 44.17 %
School Admin 3
School Support 3
Edu Aids 16
Special Education 7

Wharton High School 2025 STAAR Statistics

STAAR Statistics
Group All Subjects Read/ELA Math Science Soc Studies
ALL 66% 51% 69% 88% 88%
African American 61% 46% 64% 85% 79%
Hispanic 67% 52% 72% 86% 92%
White 74% 56% 67% 100% 100%
Asian % % % % %
Two or More Races 71% 57% *% *% *%
Economically Disadvantaged 66% 51% 71% 88% 88%
Male Students 60% 46% 60% 82% 87%
Female Students 72% 57% 78% 93% 89%
Special Education 34% 17% 40% 75% 60%
Limited English Proficiency 63% 48% 71% 88% 90%

Class of 2024 Graduates

Standardized Test

Class Graduate
Group %
Tested
SAT
Avg
ACT
Avg
Abv
Criteria
ALL 93 811 14.7 5.3
African American 90.9 759 14.2 3.3
Hispanic 97.7 811 14.3 2.4
White 76.2 894 17.5 18.8
Asian * * * *
Two or More Races * * * *
Male Students 92.1 792 14.2 4.3
Female Students 94 833 15.1 6.3
Special Education n/a n/a n/a n/a
Eco Disadvantaged n/a n/a n/a n/a

Graduation

Class Graduate
Group Read
Ready
Math
Ready
Both
Ready
Graduated GED Cont. Dropout
ALL 41.3 30.8 24.5 88.8 0.6 0.6 10
African American 24.2 33.3 24.2 97.1 n/a n/a 2.9
Hispanic 39.1 26.4 20.7 86.1 1 n/a 12.9
White 76.2 38.1 38.1 86.4 n/a 4.5 9.1
Asian * * * * * * *
Two or More Races * * * * * * *
Male Students n/a n/a n/a 89.4 n/a n/a 10.6
Female Students n/a n/a n/a 88 1.3 1.3 9.3
Special Education 21.1 21.1 21.1 90.9 n/a n/a 9.1
Eco Disadvantaged 36.1 27.8 22.7 87.4 0.9 n/a 11.7

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