Hirschi High School

Hirschi High School is a public magnet high school in Wichita Falls, Texas, serving around 790 students in grades 8-12. The school is part of the Wichita Falls Independent School District (WFISD), which is ranked 665 out of 968 districts in Texas and has a 2-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Hirschi High School stands out for its diverse student population, with a higher percentage of African American (31.9%) and Hispanic (40.13%) students compared to nearby schools like Rider High School and Wichita Falls High School. However, this diversity is not reflected in the school's academic performance, as Hirschi High School has consistently ranked in the bottom quartile of Texas high schools, maintaining a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school's four-year graduation rates have declined from 98% in 2018-2019 to 94% in 2022-2023, though this is still higher than the state average. Hirschi High School also has relatively low dropout rates, ranging from 0% to 0.8% over the past five years.

Academically, Hirschi High School consistently underperforms compared to the WFISD and state averages on STAAR End-of-Course (EOC) exams, with proficiency rates ranging from 12.66% to 48.07% across different subject areas and years. This underperformance is consistent across different student subgroups, including female, male, African American, Hispanic, and economically disadvantaged students. Interestingly, neighboring schools like Iowa Park High School, which serve more affluent and less diverse student populations, significantly outperform Hirschi High School on academic measures. Despite spending more per student ($10,986 in 2020-2021) compared to nearby schools, Hirschi High School's additional funding does not appear to translate into improved academic outcomes.