As your children go through high school, choosing the right school is equally important as deciding on a perfect home. High school is when students are given the tools to figure out the paths they want to pursue as adults. There are more subjects and extra-curricular activities that students can choose from. Taking on their interests and passions help to shape the critical decisions they need to make as they plan their future.
We are making this task easier for you by comparing two excellent high schools: Westwood High School and Round Rock High School. We compiled relevant data for you to be able to make an informed decision. Both schools are under the jurisdiction of the ROUND ROCK ISD.
Westwood High School’s regular student population is 2,856 with a student-teacher ratio of 17.8 students/teacher ratio. The student population at Round Rock High School is 3,812 students and a student-teacher ratio of 17.9 students/teacher ratio.
Westwood High School performed excellent to earn a State accountability rating of A (90-100) based on three domains: student achievement, school progress and closing the gaps. Scores are scaled from 0 to 100 to align with letter grades. The school scored 96 in student achievement, 93 in school progress and 96 in closing performance gaps. It scored 96 overall in post-secondary readiness, a broad term that refers to student preparedness to undertake multiple pathways after graduation, or specifically, their preparedness for college education.
On the other hand, Round Rock High School also performed excellent to earn a State accountability rating of A. The school posted 95 in student achievement, 89 in school progress, 94 in closing performance gaps and 95 overall in post-secondary readiness.
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| Student Achievement | 96 |
| Student Progress | 93 |
| Closing Performance Gaps | 96 |
| Overall | 96 |
A distinction designation acknowledges districts and campuses for outstanding achievement based on the outcomes of several performance indicators. Distinction designations are awarded for achievement in several areas and are based on performance relative to a group of campuses of similar type, size, grade span, and student demographics.
It is in this area where the two schools differ. Westwood High School's six out of seven distinctions are in Reading/English Language Arts (ELA), Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, post-secondary and 25% closing performance gaps. Round Rock High School’s five out of seven distinctions are in Reading/English Language Arts (ELA), Mathematics, Science, Social Studies and post-secondary.
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Based on Racial/Ethnic Groups, Asians comprise the biggest group at Westwood High School. They make up for 38.76% of student population, followed by Whites or Caucasians (33.47%), Hispanics (19.40%), Two or More Races (5.22%), African Americans (2.80%) and Native Americans (0.21%).
The student population at Round Rock High School is also predominantly by Whites or Caucasians at 38.61%, followed by Asians (28.83%), Hispanics (24.27%), Two or More Races (4.33%), African Americans (3.67%) and Native Americans (0.24%).
Based on household incomes, the Westwood High School’s economically disadvantaged students is lower at 12.46% compared to 13.33% at Round Rock High School.
In terms of Limited English Proficiency (LEP), a term used in the United States that refers to a person who is not fluent in the English Language, mainly because it is not their native language, Westwood High School has 258 English Language Learners or ELLS or about 9.03% of student population. Round Rock High School has slightly more ELLs at 270 or about 7.08% of student population.
Westwood High School’s bilingual students comprise 8.82%, gifted and talented students, 24.68%, while 6.41% are in the special education program. Round Rock High School bilingual students comprise 6.58%, gifted and talented students, 18.34%, and 8.71% are in the special education program.
| Racial/Ethnic Groups | Percentage | Students |
|---|---|---|
| African American | 2.80% | 80 |
| Hispanic | 19.40% | 554 |
| White | 33.47% | 956 |
| Asian | 38.76% | 1,107 |
| Native American | 0.21% | 6 |
| Two or More Races | 5.22% | 149 |
| Total Students | 100.00% | 2,856 |
| Eco Disadvantaged | 12.46% | 356 |
| Limited English Proficiency | 9.03% | 258 |
| Total Students | 100% | 2,856 |
| Racial/Ethnic Groups | Percentage | Students |
|---|---|---|
| African American | 3.67% | 140 |
| Hispanic | 24.27% | 925 |
| White | 38.61% | 1,472 |
| Asian | 28.83% | 1,099 |
| Native American | 0.24% | 9 |
| Two or More Races | 4.33% | 165 |
| Total Students | 100.00% | 3,812 |
| Eco Disadvantaged | 13.33% | 508 |
| Limited English Proficiency | 7.08% | 270 |
| Total Students | 100% | 3,812 |
| Program | Percentage | Students |
|---|---|---|
| Bilingual | 8.82% | 252 |
| Gifted & Talented | 24.68% | 705 |
| Special Education | 6.41% | 183 |
| Teacher Student Ratio | 0.62% | 18 |
| Total Students | 100% | 2,856 |
| Program | Percentage | Students |
|---|---|---|
| Bilingual | 6.58% | 251 |
| Gifted & Talented | 18.34% | 699 |
| Special Education | 8.71% | 332 |
| Teacher Student Ratio | 0.47% | 18 |
| Total Students | 100% | 3,812 |
Westwood High School's 160 teachers have been working at the campus for an average of 8.2 years with individual teaching experience averaging nearly 12.8 years. Round Rock High School's 213 teachers have been working at the campus for an average of 8.7 years with individual teaching experience averaging close to 12.9 years.
Of its teaching staff, Westwood High School has two teachers serving the school for over 30 years, has 42 teachers serving the school for 20-30 years, 41 teachers have worked for 11-20 years, 24 teachers have worked for 6-10 years, while 45 teachers have been serving the school for over 1-5 years, including seven beginning teachers. Round Rock High School has six teachers serving the school for over 30 years, has 42 teachers serving the school for 20-30 years, 66 teachers have worked for 11-20 years, 43 teachers have worked for 6-10 years, while 47 teachers have been serving the school for over 1-5 years, including ten beginning teachers.
In both schools, female teachers outnumber the male teachers. Westwood High School employs 90 female teachers and 70 male teachers. Of its teaching staff, 20 special education teachers are being assisted by 15 teachers aides or paraprofessionals. The school also employs eight staff members in the school administration department and 23 more working as school support staff.
On the other hand, Round Rock High School employs 116 female teachers and 97 male teachers. Of its teaching staff, 39 special education teachers are being assisted by 37 teachers aides or paraprofessionals. The school also employs ten staff members in the school administration department and 34 more working as school support staff.
| Metric | Percentage | Teachers |
|---|---|---|
| Over 30 years | 1.31% | 2 |
| 20 - 30 years | 26.23% | 42 |
| 10 - 20 years | 25.42% | 41 |
| 6 - 10 years | 14.87% | 24 |
| 1- 5 years | 27.80% | 45 |
| Beginning Teacher | 4.37% | 7 |
| Teacher Experience Average | 12.8 yrs | |
| Teacher Tenure Average | 8.2 yrs | |
| Total Teachers | 100% | 160 |
| Metric | Percentage | Teachers |
|---|---|---|
| Over 30 years | 2.81% | 6 |
| 20 - 30 years | 19.83% | 42 |
| 10 - 20 years | 31.08% | 66 |
| 6 - 10 years | 19.92% | 43 |
| 1- 5 years | 21.80% | 47 |
| Beginning Teacher | 4.55% | 10 |
| Teacher Experience Average | 12.9 yrs | |
| Teacher Tenure Average | 8.7 yrs | |
| Total Teachers | 100% | 213 |
| Type | Percentage | Teachers |
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| Female Teachers | 56.21% | 90 |
| Male Teachers | 43.72% | 70 |
| School Admin | 8 | |
| School Support | 24 | |
| Edu Aids | 14 | |
| Special Education | 20 | |
| Total Teachers | 100% | 160 |
| Type | Percentage | Teachers |
|---|---|---|
| Female Teachers | 54.48% | 116 |
| Male Teachers | 45.52% | 97 |
| School Admin | 10 | |
| School Support | 35 | |
| Edu Aids | 36 | |
| Special Education | 38 | |
| Total Teachers | 100% | 213 |
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