West Plains High School serves 910 students in grades 9-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 910 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Plains High School's student population of 910 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
910 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Plains High School is 0.54, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
32%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
60%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend West Plains High School?
910 students attend West Plains High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of West Plains High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Plains High School?
West Plains High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Plains High School offer ?
West Plains High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Plains High School part of?
West Plains High School is part of Canyon Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is West Plains High School located?
West Plains High School is located in the Sleepy Hollow neighborhood of Canyon, TX.
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