Serving 890 students in grades 6-12, Westchester Academy For International Studies ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 890 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westchester Academy For International Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Westchester Academy For International Studies's student population of 890 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
890 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westchester Academy For International Studies ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westchester Academy For International Studies is 0.52, 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
#1124 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
66%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
19%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westchester Academy For International Studies's ranking?
Westchester Academy For International Studies is ranked #1124 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westchester Academy For International Studies?
The graduation rate of Westchester Academy For International Studies is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Westchester Academy For International Studies?
890 students attend Westchester Academy For International Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Westchester Academy For International Studies students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westchester Academy For International Studies?
Westchester Academy For International Studies has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westchester Academy For International Studies offer ?
Westchester Academy For International Studies offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is Westchester Academy For International Studies part of?
Westchester Academy For International Studies is part of Spring Branch Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Westchester Academy For International Studies located?
Westchester Academy For International Studies is located in the Memorial neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 8 other public schools located in Memorial.
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