Serving 1,042 students in grades 7-8, Westover Park J High 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 58% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 1,042 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westover Park J 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
School Overview
Westover Park J High School's student population of 1,042 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
Total Students
1,042 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westover Park J High School ranks within the top 20% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westover Park J High School is 0.56, 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
#1282 out of 8188 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
32%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
58%
26%
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
30%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westover Park J High School's ranking?
Westover Park J High School is ranked #1282 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Westover Park J High School?
1,042 students attend Westover Park J High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Westover Park J High School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westover Park J High School?
Westover Park J High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westover Park J High School offer ?
Westover Park J High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8
What school district is Westover Park J High School part of?
Westover Park J High School is part of Canyon ISD School District.
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