Serving 465 students in grades 3-4, Wylie West Intermediate School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Wylie Intermediate School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Abilene, TX, encompassing approximately 138.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 13.3 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wylie West Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Wylie West Intermediate School's student population of 465 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
Total Students
465 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Wylie West Intermediate 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 Wylie West Intermediate 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
#1250 out of 8096 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
51%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
54%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
13%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
24%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-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 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8%
23%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
56%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wylie West Intermediate School's ranking?
Wylie West Intermediate School is ranked #1250 out of 8,096 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?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Wylie West Intermediate School?
465 students attend Wylie West Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Wylie West Intermediate School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wylie West Intermediate School?
Wylie West Intermediate School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wylie West Intermediate School offer ?
Wylie West Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-4
What school district is Wylie West Intermediate School part of?
Wylie West Intermediate School is part of Wylie Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Wylie West Intermediate School located?
Wylie West Intermediate School is located in the Far Southside neighborhood of Abilene, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Far Southside.
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