West Mesquite High School is a high school in Mesquite, Texas, United States. The school, which serves grades 9 through 12, is a part of the Mesquite Independent School District. The school serves the western portion of Mesquite and most of the MISD portion of Balch Springs. The school mascot is the Wrangler.
Serving 2,082 students in grades 9-12, West Mesquite High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,082 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Mesquite High School's student population of 2,082 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 147 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,082 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
147 teachers
Year Founded
1976
Colors
White, Orange
School Rankings
West Mesquite 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 Mesquite High School is 0.42, 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
#5749 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
74%
53%
Black
18%
13%
White
6%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wrangler
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Mesquite High School's ranking?
West Mesquite High School is ranked #5749 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are West Mesquite High School often compared to?
West Mesquite High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Skyline High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Mesquite High School?
The graduation rate of West Mesquite High School is 94%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend West Mesquite High School?
2,082 students attend West Mesquite High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of West Mesquite High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Mesquite High School?
West Mesquite High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Mesquite High School offer ?
West Mesquite High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Mesquite High School part of?
West Mesquite High School is part of Mesquite Independent School District.
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