Serving 630 students in grades 7-8, West Plains J High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (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 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 630 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Westover Park Jr. High serves the northeast part of Amarillo, TX, covering an area of approximately 221.8 square miles. Families typically have a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 19.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Plains J High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Plains J High School's student population of 630 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
630 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Plains J High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Plains J High School is 0.59, 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
#1013 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
35%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Plains J High School's ranking?
West Plains J High School is ranked #1013 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend West Plains J High School?
630 students attend West Plains J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of West Plains J High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Plains J High School?
West Plains J High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Plains J High School offer ?
West Plains J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is West Plains J High School part of?
West Plains J High School is part of Canyon Independent School District.
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