School Overview
Eddie Finley Sr. Junior High is a public middle school located in Waxahachie, Texas, serving as part of the Waxahachie Independent School District (WISD). The school is committed to providing a supportive academic environment for students in the transition years between elementary and high school, focusing on fostering both intellectual growth and personal development. By aligning its curriculum with district standards, the school aims to prepare students for the rigors of high school while encouraging them to engage in various extracurricular activities that help build a well-rounded educational experience.

The school operates under the broader mission of WISD, which emphasizes student success, community involvement, and the pursuit of excellence. Located on East Brown Street, the campus serves as a central hub for the local student population, emphasizing a culture of accountability and innovation. Through a combination of core academic instruction and opportunities for social-emotional learning, Eddie Finley Sr. Junior High strives to create a safe and inclusive setting where students can explore their interests and build the foundational skills necessary for future college and career readiness.
816
Total Students
59.1
Full-Time Teachers
13.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
51.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for FINLEY J H
Demographic Student Count
White357
Hispanic292
Black132
Asian7
Two or More19
American Indian7
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    357 (43.8 %)
  • Hispanic
    292 (35.8 %)
  • Black
    132 (16.2 %)
  • Two or More
    19 (2.3 %)
  • Asian
    7 (0.9 %)
  • American Indian
    7 (0.9 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: N/A
Shared Time Status: N/A
District: WAXAHACHIE ISD
Phone: (972)923-4680
Website: http://www.wisd.org
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 816
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 59.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 344
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 75
Grades Taught
Grade 6 254
Grade 7 279
Grade 8 283

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for FINLEY J H
Grade Student Count
Grade 6254
Grade 7279
Grade 8283
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for FINLEY J H
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female38046.6%
Male43653.4%