Serving 899 students in grades 6-8, West Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 5% 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 78% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 899 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Ridge Middle 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
West Ridge Middle School's student population of 899 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 72 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
899 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
72 teachers
School Colors
Green, Gold
School Rankings
West Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Ridge Middle School is 0.61, 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
#234 out of 8188 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
6%
Hispanic
14%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
57%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 West Ridge Middle School's ranking?
West Ridge Middle School is ranked #234 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are West Ridge Middle School often compared to?
West Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hill Country Middle School, Canyon Vista Middle School, Gorzycki Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend West Ridge Middle School?
899 students attend West Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of West Ridge Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Ridge Middle School?
West Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Ridge Middle School offer ?
West Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is West Ridge Middle School part of?
West Ridge Middle School is part of Eanes Independent School District.
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