Summary:
The Waller Independent School District (Isd) in Texas serves two high schools, the comprehensive Waller High School and the specialized Waller J J A E P, which together highlight a district with a strong traditional school and a small alternative program for at-risk students.
Waller High School is the district's primary academic institution, enrolling 2,995 students in grades 9-12. It boasts a strong graduation rate of 94.8% and a very low dropout rate of 0.3%. However, its state test scores consistently fall below the Texas average across all core subjects, with the largest gaps in Biology (65% vs. 71% state) and U.S. History (66% vs. 70% state). A notable bright spot is a dramatic 114% improvement in Algebra I proficiency from 23.6% to 50.4% between the 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 school years, suggesting effective new interventions. The school's state ranking has also improved from the 39th to the 46th percentile over the same period. Over half of its students (58.6%) are economically disadvantaged, which is a factor often linked to academic challenges.
In stark contrast, Waller J J A E P is a very small alternative program with only 7 students in grades 7-12, serving a high-need population. Its single reported test score (20% proficient in English II Reading) is far below district and state averages, which is expected given its mission. The district spends $10,175 per student, and Waller High School maintains a 17:1 student-teacher ratio. For parents, the key takeaway is that Waller High School is a large, improving school with solid graduation rates but below-average test scores, while the JJAEP is a specialized program not comparable to a traditional high school.
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