Serving 591 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, West Cypress Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher 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 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 591 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Cypress Hills Elementary serves the northwest part of Spicewood, TX, covering an area of approximately 46.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 9.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Cypress Hills Elementary School's student population of 591 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
591 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2014
School Motto
At West Cypress Hills Elementary, we will cultivate a community which inspires and ignites a passion for life-long learning and positive world change.
School Rankings
West Cypress Hills Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Cypress Hills Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#1897 out of 8096 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.2%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Cypress Hills Elementary School's ranking?
West Cypress Hills Elementary School is ranked #1897 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are West Cypress Hills Elementary School often compared to?
West Cypress Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spicewood Elementary School, Bee Cave Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend West Cypress Hills Elementary School?
591 students attend West Cypress Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of West Cypress Hills Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Cypress Hills Elementary School?
West Cypress Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Cypress Hills Elementary School offer ?
West Cypress Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is West Cypress Hills Elementary School part of?
West Cypress Hills Elementary School is part of Lake Travis Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is West Cypress Hills Elementary School located?
West Cypress Hills Elementary School is located in the West Cypress Hills neighborhood of Spicewood, TX.
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