Serving 340 students in grades 9-12, West Rusk High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Rusk High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Rusk High School's student population of 340 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
340 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Rusk High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Rusk High School is 0.58, 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
#5995 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
24%
53%
Black
13%
13%
White
59%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Rusk High School's ranking?
West Rusk High School is ranked #5995 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Rusk High School?
The graduation rate of West Rusk High School is 95%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend West Rusk High School?
340 students attend West Rusk High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of West Rusk High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Rusk High School?
West Rusk High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Rusk High School offer ?
West Rusk High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Rusk High School part of?
West Rusk High School is part of West Rusk County Consolidated ISD School District.
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