Serving 311 students in grades 6-12, West Texas Secondary 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Texas Secondary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
West Texas Secondary School's student population of 311 students has grown by 50% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Total Students
311 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
West Texas Secondary 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 West Texas Secondary School is 0.47, 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
#4419 out of 8188 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
6%
Hispanic
24%
53%
Black
1%
13%
White
69%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Texas Secondary School's ranking?
West Texas Secondary School is ranked #4419 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Texas Secondary School?
The graduation rate of West Texas Secondary School is 90%, which is equal to the Texas state average of 90%.
How many students attend West Texas Secondary School?
311 students attend West Texas Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of West Texas Secondary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Texas Secondary School?
West Texas Secondary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Texas Secondary School offer ?
West Texas Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 6-12
What school district is West Texas Secondary School part of?
West Texas Secondary School is part of Plemons-Stinnett-Phillips CISD School District.
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