Serving 2,825 students in grades 9-12, Westlake High School 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 78% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (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 37% 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: 2,825 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 93% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westlake High School 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
Westlake High School's student population of 2,825 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 200 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,825 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
200 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westlake High School 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 High School is 0.56, 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
#104 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
5%
Hispanic
16%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
63%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westlake High School's ranking?
Westlake High School is ranked #104 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Westlake High School often compared to?
Westlake High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lasa High School, Lake Travis High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westlake High School?
The graduation rate of Westlake High School is 99%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Westlake High School?
2,825 students attend Westlake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Westlake High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westlake High School?
Westlake High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westlake High School offer ?
Westlake High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Westlake High School part of?
Westlake High School is part of Eanes Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Westlake High School located?
Westlake High School is located in the Wildwood neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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