Serving 2,122 students in grades 9-12, Weslaco East High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,122 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Weslaco East High School's student population of 2,122 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 149 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Wildcat
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,122 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
149 teachers
Year Founded
2000
School Colors
White, Black, Purple
School Rankings
Weslaco East High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Weslaco East High School is 0.02, 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
#7067 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
99%
53%
Black
n/a
13%
White
1%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Weslaco East High School's ranking?
Weslaco East High School is ranked #7067 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Weslaco East High School often compared to?
Weslaco East High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Texas Isd Science Academy, Weslaco High School, Bastrop High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Weslaco East High School?
The graduation rate of Weslaco East High School is 91%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend Weslaco East High School?
2,122 students attend Weslaco East High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Weslaco East High School students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Weslaco East High School?
Weslaco East High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Weslaco East High School offer ?
Weslaco East High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Weslaco East High School part of?
Weslaco East High School is part of Weslaco Independent School District.
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