Serving 2,066 students in grades 9-12, Weslaco East 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 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,066 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Weslaco East High School serves the eastern part of Weslaco, TX, covering an attendance area of approximately 32.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 7.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Weslaco East High School's student population of 2,066 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 127 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,066 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
127 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Year Founded
2000
Average Class Size
30 students
School Rankings
Weslaco East High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Weslaco East High School is 0.02, 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
#6867 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Hispanic
99%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
White
1%
24%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 25-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2013–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Graduation Rate
91%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.3%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2007–2024. View full 24-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Weslaco East High School's ranking?
Weslaco East High School is ranked #6867 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Weslaco East High School often compared to?
Weslaco East High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Weslaco High School, South Texas Isd Science Academy, Bastrop High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Weslaco East High School?
The graduation rate of Weslaco East High School is 91%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Weslaco East High School?
2,066 students attend Weslaco East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Weslaco East High School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Weslaco East High School?
Weslaco East High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Weslaco East High School offer ?
Weslaco East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Weslaco East High School part of?
Weslaco East High School is part of Weslaco Independent School District.
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