Serving 599 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Cypress Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 599 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Cypress Hills Elementary School's student population of 599 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
599 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Cypress Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Cypress Hills Elementary School is 0.36, which is less 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
#2453 out of 8188 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
15%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
79%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Cypress Hills Elementary School's ranking?
West Cypress Hills Elementary School is ranked #2453 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are West Cypress Hills Elementary School often compared to?
West Cypress Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bee Cave Elementary School, Spicewood Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend West Cypress Hills Elementary School?
599 students attend West Cypress Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of West Cypress Hills Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Cypress Hills Elementary School?
West Cypress Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Cypress Hills Elementary School offer ?
West Cypress Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is West Cypress Hills Elementary School part of?
West Cypress Hills Elementary School is part of Lake Travis Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is West Cypress Hills Elementary School located?
West Cypress Hills Elementary School is located in the West Cypress Hills neighborhood of Spicewood, TX.
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