Westwood High School is a public, four-year secondary school in the Anderson Mill neighborhood, Austin, Texas, United States, and is part of the Round Rock Independent School District.
Serving 2,792 students in grades 9-12, Westwood High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,792 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westwood 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
Diversity
School Overview
Westwood High School's student population of 2,792 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 164 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,792 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
164 teachers
Year Founded
1981
Colors
White, Orange
School Rankings
Westwood High School ranks within the top 10% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westwood High School is 0.70, 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
#503 out of 8096 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
44%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
39%
6%
Hispanic
19%
53%
Black
3%
13%
White
34%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Warriors
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westwood High School's ranking?
Westwood High School is ranked #503 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Westwood High School often compared to?
Westwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vandegrift High School, Mcneil High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westwood High School?
The graduation rate of Westwood High School is 99%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Westwood High School?
2,792 students attend Westwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Westwood High School students are Asian, 34% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westwood High School?
Westwood High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westwood High School offer ?
Westwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Westwood High School part of?
Westwood High School is part of Round Rock Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Westwood High School located?
Westwood High School is located in the Anderson Mill neighborhood of Austin, TX. There are 3 other public schools located in Anderson Mill.
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