West Oso High School is a public school in Corpus Christi, Texas. It is part of the West Oso Independent School District. Located at 754 Flato Road, the school serves students in grades nine through twelve. The school mascot, the bear, is taken from the district's name, which is taken from nearby Oso Bay.
Serving 491 students in grades 9-12, West Oso 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower 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: 491 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Oso High School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Corpus Christi, TX, encompassing approximately 44.3 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 10 to 12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 4.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 9.9 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Oso High School's student population of 491 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
491 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Embrace. Enrich. Inspire.
School Rankings
West Oso 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 West Oso High School is 0.22, 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
#6898 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
88%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.4%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, Black, and White
School Mascot
West Oso Bear
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Oso High School's ranking?
West Oso High School is ranked #6898 out of 8,096 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Oso High School?
The graduation rate of West Oso High School is 90-94%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend West Oso High School?
491 students attend West Oso High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of West Oso High School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Oso High School?
West Oso High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Oso High School offer ?
West Oso High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Oso High School part of?
West Oso High School is part of West Oso Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is West Oso High School located?
West Oso High School is located in the Central City neighborhood of Corpus Christi, TX. There are 29 other public schools located in Central City.
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