Serving 2,781 students in grades 9-12, Westwood High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,781 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Westwood High School's student population of 2,781 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 172 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,781 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
172 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westwood High School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westwood High School is 0.70, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#189 out of 8079 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
37%
5%
Hispanic
19%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
36%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westwood High School's ranking?
Westwood High School is ranked #189 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westwood High School?
The graduation rate of Westwood High School is 99%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Westwood High School?
2,781 students attend Westwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Westwood High School students are Asian, 36% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westwood High School?
Westwood High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westwood High School offer ?
Westwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Westwood High School part of?
Westwood High School is part of Round Rock ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Westwood High School located?
Westwood High School is located in the Anderson Mill neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Anderson Mill.
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