Serving 1,991 students in grades 9-12, Westbury 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 22% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,991 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Westbury High School serves the southwest part of Houston, TX, covering an area of approximately 13.4 square miles. Most students can expect a typical drive to the school of about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located around 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westbury High School's student population of 1,991 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 130 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,991 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
130 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1961
School Rankings
Westbury 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 Westbury High School is 0.46, 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
#7439 out of 8096 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
69%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
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
77%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2012–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue, Silver
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westbury High School's ranking?
Westbury High School is ranked #7439 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Westbury High School often compared to?
Westbury High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Madison High School, Sharpstown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westbury High School?
The graduation rate of Westbury High School is 77%, which is lower than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Westbury High School?
1,991 students attend Westbury High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Westbury High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westbury High School?
Westbury High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westbury High School offer ?
Westbury High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Westbury High School part of?
Westbury High School is part of Houston Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Westbury High School located?
Westbury High School is located in the Westbury neighborhood of Houston, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Westbury.
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