Serving 886 students in grades 6-8, West Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher 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 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 886 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: West Ridge Middle serves the west part of Austin, TX, covering an area of approximately 16.9 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school and an average distance of 2.5 miles to the zone's edge. The furthest point from the school is about 6.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Ridge Middle 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 Ridge Middle School's student population of 886 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
886 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
EANESpiration
School Rankings
West Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Ridge Middle School is 0.62, 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
#176 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
20%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
14%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.1%
23%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green, Gold
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Ridge Middle School's ranking?
West Ridge Middle School is ranked #176 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are West Ridge Middle School often compared to?
West Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hill Country Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend West Ridge Middle School?
886 students attend West Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of West Ridge Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Ridge Middle School?
West Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Ridge Middle School offer ?
West Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is West Ridge Middle School part of?
West Ridge Middle School is part of Eanes Independent School District.
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