Serving 888 students in grades 5-8, Wylie West J High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 888 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wylie West J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Wylie West J High School's student population of 888 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
Total Students
888 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wylie West J High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wylie West J High School 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
#835 out of 8079 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
22%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
66%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wylie West J High School's ranking?
Wylie West J High School is ranked #835 out of 8,079 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?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
How many students attend Wylie West J High School?
888 students attend Wylie West J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Wylie West J High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wylie West J High School?
Wylie West J High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wylie West J High School offer ?
Wylie West J High School offers enrollment in grades 5-8
What school district is Wylie West J High School part of?
Wylie West J High School is part of Wylie ISD School District.
In what neighborhood is Wylie West J High School located?
Wylie West J High School is located in the Far Southside neighborhood of Abilene, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Far Southside.
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