Serving 875 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Westlake Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (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 50% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 875 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westlake Academy 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
Diversity
School Overview
Westlake Academy's student population of 875 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
875 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westlake Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westlake Academy is 0.68, 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
#135 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
21%
5%
Hispanic
14%
53%
Black
6%
13%
White
50%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (21-22)
3%
57%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westlake Academy's ranking?
Westlake Academy is ranked #135 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Westlake Academy often compared to?
Westlake Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Sendera Ranch Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westlake Academy?
The graduation rate of Westlake Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Westlake Academy?
875 students attend Westlake Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Westlake Academy students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westlake Academy?
Westlake Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westlake Academy offer ?
Westlake Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Westlake Academy part of?
Westlake Academy is part of Westlake Academy Charter School District.
School Reviews
2 3/1/2021
This school is very overrated. We were very surprised to find out public school students were far more advanced than this IB school. The school is really about presenting an image of academic excellence to appease all the wealthy residents of Westlake.They will find a reason to expel you if you don't contribute money to the school. The teachers here are not up to standard in general. Many lack communication skills Again the purpose of the school is to create an image of superior academics so wealthy parents can proclaim their children are better than those in public schools. Nothing could be farther from the truth. Many teachers here don't even understand the IB curriculum themselves. My advice is Stay Away.
4 3/26/2020
My kids are happy to head off to Westlake Academy in the morning. That was not the case prior to us moving to Westlake. The boys are prepping for their SAT's. The school administration is very engaged in their efforts. The college placement director has been wonderful to work with. The relative small size of the student population is a huge positive for our family.
5 4/6/2019
This school is fantastic. 70% of students are accepted via lottery. Thousands apply each year with the hopes to get in. US News and World Report has ranked them as high as #9 nationally. It seems there was an issue with a teacher and or administrator in 2015, but that is meaningless today. The school isn''t magically immune to every day problems. This school is indeed a blessing in every way. Know that it is rural, and K-12. There''s not 1500 students, and football stadiums reaching to the heavens. It''s a small, education focused, IB world school that teaches it''s students to be lifelong learners, leaders, open minded and internationally minded, risk takers, and so much more. I wish I had the opportunity to go to school there when I was young. Very, very happy with this place.
5 5/21/2015
This is an amazing school. They teach my children to think for themselves. They are not teaching to the test like some neighbor school districts. I am very happy with this school.
2 4/27/2015
This is a poorly run school. They claim to have an IB curriculum but the school is run by parents demands. I am removing my child from this school.
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