Westlake High School is a public high school in unincorporated territory of Travis County, Texas, west of and adjacent to Austin. The school is a part of the Eanes Independent School District.
Serving 2,854 students in grades 9-12, Westlake High School ranks in the top 1% 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 82% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,854 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 93% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Westlake High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Austin, TX, covering approximately 34.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of about 3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 6.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westlake 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Westlake High School's student population of 2,854 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 207 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,854 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
207 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1969
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westlake High School ranks within the top 1% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westlake High School is 0.58, 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
#75 out of 8096 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
15%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
61%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
98%
90.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
23%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, White, & Blue
School Mascot
Chaparral
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westlake High School's ranking?
Westlake High School is ranked #75 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Westlake High School often compared to?
Westlake High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lasa High School, Lake Travis High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westlake High School?
The graduation rate of Westlake High School is 98%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90.3%.
How many students attend Westlake High School?
2,854 students attend Westlake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Westlake High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westlake High School?
Westlake High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westlake High School offer ?
Westlake High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Westlake High School part of?
Westlake High School is part of Eanes Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Westlake High School located?
Westlake High School is located in the Wildwood neighborhood of Austin, TX.
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