For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,299 students in West, TX (there are 1 private school, serving 139 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in West, TX are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
The top-ranked public schools in West, TX are West Middle School, West Elementary School and West High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
West, TX public schools have an average math proficiency score of 63% (versus the Texas public school average of 44%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 51% statewide average). Schools in West have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Texas public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public school average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in West, TX (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
West Middle School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1008 Jerry Mashek Dr
West, TX 76691
(254) 981-2120
West, TX 76691
(254) 981-2120
Gr: 6-8 | 279 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
West Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
825 Cottonwood Rd
West, TX 76691
(254) 981-2200
West, TX 76691
(254) 981-2200
Gr: PK-5 | 645 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
West High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1008 Jerry Mashek Dr
West, TX 76691
(254) 981-2050
West, TX 76691
(254) 981-2050
Gr: 9-12 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in West, TX?
The top-ranked public schools in West, TX include West Middle School, West Elementary School and West High School.
How many public schools are located in West?
3 public schools are located in West.
What percentage of students in West go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in West are educated in public schools (compared to the TX state average of 94%).
What is the racial composition of students in West?
West public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Texas public schools average of 76% (majority Hispanic).
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