Serving 918 students in grades 6-8, Wester Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher 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 69% 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: 918 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Wester Middle serves the southeast part of Frisco, TX, covering an area of approximately 3.3 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wester 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
Wester Middle School's student population of 918 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
918 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
School Motto
Wester Middle School creates a positive learning community committed to empowering all students to RISE to their highest potential.
School Rankings
Wester 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 Wester Middle School is 0.71, which is more 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
#335 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
42%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
31%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.6%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Gold
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wester Middle School's ranking?
Wester Middle School is ranked #335 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Wester Middle School often compared to?
Wester Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fowler Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Wester Middle School?
918 students attend Wester Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Wester Middle School students are Asian, 31% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wester Middle School?
Wester Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wester Middle School offer ?
Wester Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Wester Middle School part of?
Wester Middle School is part of Frisco Independent School District.
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