Weslaco High School is a four-year public secondary school the Weslaco Independent School District in Weslaco, Texas. It was founded in 1921, the same year that the school district was established after successful petitioning to separate from nearby city Donna and their district.
Serving 2,699 students in grades 9-12, Weslaco 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 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,699 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Weslaco High School's student population of 2,699 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 137 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,699 students
Total Classroom Teachers
137 teachers
Year Founded
1921
Colors
White, Purple
School Calendar
Average Class Size
30 students
School Rankings
Weslaco 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 High School is 0.04, 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
#6881 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
98%
54%
Black
n/a
13%
White
2%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
90%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)35.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Weslaco High School's ranking?
Weslaco High School is ranked #6881 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Weslaco High School often compared to?
Weslaco High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Weslaco East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Weslaco High School?
The graduation rate of Weslaco High School is 92%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Weslaco High School?
2,699 students attend Weslaco High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Weslaco High School students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Weslaco High School?
Weslaco High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Weslaco High School offer ?
Weslaco High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Weslaco High School part of?
Weslaco High School is part of Weslaco Independent School District.
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