Wichita Falls High School

Evolving out of three private schools founded in 1879, the first public school in Wichita Falls opened in 1880 in a log cabin. Five years later the former Wichita County Courthouse was relocated to Tenth and Scott streets for use as a school. The first Wichita Falls High School was built in 1890, and in 1892 the first graduating class, consisting of five students, received diplomas. After undergoing several reorganizations, the Wichita Falls Independent School District was chartered by the Texas Legislature in 1908. A new high school was built and opened in September 1910. Construction of the high school building on Avenue H began on April 24, 1923. The high school changed from an eleven-year curriculum to a twelve-year plan in 1940. Additions to the building occurred in 1953, 1956, and 1977. Since its initial graduating class of five, the student population of Wichita Falls High School has continued to increase. By 1936 4,507 students had graduated from the school. Among the institution's former students are legislators, doctors, attorneys, ministers, entertainers, and business people. The school continues to be a vital part of the community. Texas Sesquicentennial 1836-1986.

Wichita Falls High School is a historical marker in Wichita Falls, Wichita County, dedicated in 1986. It is one of 73 historical markers documented in Wichita County in the Texas Historical Commission Atlas, among 87 historic sites cataloged across the county.

The site sits at 33.8962, -98.5165 near Wichita Falls. The nearest cataloged historic site is Weeks Mansion (historical marker), about 0.3 miles away. Others within a short drive include Wichita Falls Traction Company, Weeks House, and Wichita Falls Women's Forum.

This record corresponds to Texas Historical Commission Atlas #5485005801. Use the map below for its exact position and turn-by-turn directions.