Serving 388 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Western Hills Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western Hills Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Western Hills Elementary School's student population of 388 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Western Hills Elementary 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 Western Hills Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#1335 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
6%
Hispanic
87%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
9%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western Hills Elementary School's ranking?
Western Hills Elementary School is ranked #1335 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Western Hills Elementary School often compared to?
Western Hills Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marguerite J Lundy Elementary School, Polk Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Western Hills Elementary School?
388 students attend Western Hills Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Western Hills Elementary School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Western Hills Elementary School?
Western Hills Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Western Hills Elementary School offer ?
Western Hills Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Western Hills Elementary School part of?
Western Hills Elementary School is part of El Paso Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Western Hills Elementary School located?
Western Hills Elementary School is located in the Northwest El Paso neighborhood of El Paso, TX. There are 15 other public schools located in Northwest El Paso.
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