West Mesquite High School

Direction2500 Memorial Pkwy, Mesquite, TX, 75149
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Public School MESQUITE ISD High School

Accountability Ratings

B
Good
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TEA Ratings
Scaled Score
Student Achievement 78
Student Progress 81
Closing Performance Gaps 76
Overall 80

Distinction Designations

Medal
Read/ELA
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
Post-Secondary
Comparative Academic Growth
Comparative Closing the Gaps

Welcome to West Mesquite High School, a vibrant educational community nestled at 2500 Memorial Parkway in the heart of Mesquite, Texas. As a proud member of the Mesquite Independent School District, our school is dedicated to fostering a nurturing and dynamic learning environment that prepares students for success in a rapidly changing world.

At West Mesquite High School, we are proud to employ a dedicated team of 152 teachers, each bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to the classroom. With an average tenure of 6 years at our school and a total of 10 years of teaching experience, our faculty is passionate about education and deeply committed to the academic and personal growth of every student. Our student-to-teacher ratio of 14.60 ensures that each student receives personalized attention, enabling them to thrive both academically and socially.

Our sprawling campus serves a diverse student body of 2,206, offering a wide range of programs and activities to meet the interests and talents of every student. From rigorous academic courses to innovative arts programs and competitive sports teams, West Mesquite High School is dedicated to providing a comprehensive education that challenges and inspires.

In addition to our outstanding faculty, we are supported by 12 dedicated education aides who assist in creating an inclusive and supportive atmosphere for all students. These aides play a crucial role in enhancing the learning experience and ensuring that our students have the resources they need to succeed.

Choosing the right school is paramount, and at West Mesquite High School, we are committed to making every year an exceptional experience for our students. We invite you to join our community where we build futures together, one student at a time.

For more information or to arrange a visit, please don't hesitate to contact us at (972) 882-7600. Discover how West Mesquite High School can provide your child with the tools for a bright and successful future.

School Summary

Public School
Grade Span
09-12
Enrollment
1997
Is Charter
No
Address
2500 MEMORIAL PKWY, MESQUITE, TX, 75149
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Principal
DR JORDAN SIMMONS
School District
Phone
(972) 882-7600
County
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West Mesquite High School Student / Staff Statistics

Student Statistics

Racial/Ethnic Group
Racial/Ethnic Group Number Percent
African American 359 18.01%
Hispanic 1,475 74.01%
White 112 5.62%
Asian 11 0.55%
Native American 13 0.65%
Two or More Races 20 1.00%
Total Students 1,993 100.00%
Eco Disadvantaged 1,693 84.95%
Limited English Proficiency 732 36.73%
Program/Count/Percent
Program Count Percent
Bilingual 702 35.22%
Gifted & Talented 184 9.23%
Special Education 237 11.89%
Teacher Student Ratio 13.80 S/T

Staff Statistics

By Experience
By Experience Count Percent
Over 30 years 1 0.35%
20 - 30 years 22 14.91%
10 - 20 years 46 31.75%
6 - 10 years 34 23.53%
1- 5 years 38 26.29%
Beginning Teacher 5 3.11%
Teacher Experience Average 11.90 yrs
Teacher Tenure Average 7.30 yrs
Teacher Type Number Percent
Total Teachers 145 100%
Female Teachers 81 55.97 %
Male Teachers 64 43.96 %
School Admin 7
School Support 18
Edu Aids 14
Special Education 7

West Mesquite High School 2025 STAAR Statistics

STAAR Statistics
Group All Subjects Read/ELA Math Science Soc Studies
ALL 75% 62% 73% 91% 91%
African American 69% 53% 69% 92% 86%
Hispanic 76% 64% 74% 91% 92%
White 77% 66% 78% 83% 96%
Asian 60% 57% *% *% *%
Two or More Races 89% 88% 82% 100% *%
Economically Disadvantaged 74% 63% 72% 90% 90%
Male Students 71% 57% 69% 88% 91%
Female Students 79% 69% 78% 94% 90%
Special Education 51% 28% 61% 82% 76%
Limited English Proficiency 69% 54% 75% 88% 88%

Class of 2024 Graduates

Standardized Test

Class Graduate
Group %
Tested
SAT
Avg
ACT
Avg
Abv
Criteria
ALL 83.9 877 18 11.1
African American 81.4 848 16 4.3
Hispanic 84 876 * 11
White 87.5 941 n/a 21.4
Asian * * n/a *
Two or More Races 80 883 * 12.5
Male Students 80.9 879 18.4 12
Female Students 87.2 876 * 10.2
Special Education n/a n/a n/a n/a
Eco Disadvantaged n/a n/a n/a n/a

Graduation

Class Graduate
Group Read
Ready
Math
Ready
Both
Ready
Graduated GED Cont. Dropout
ALL 58.7 65.2 47.6 95.8 n/a 1.2 3
African American 54.7 66.3 44.2 95.3 n/a 1.2 3.5
Hispanic 58.7 65.4 47.2 96.4 n/a 1.1 2.5
White 65.6 65.6 56.3 93.9 n/a 3 3
Asian * * * * * * *
Two or More Races 60 50 50 83.3 n/a n/a 16.7
Male Students n/a n/a n/a 96.1 n/a 0.8 3.1
Female Students n/a n/a n/a 95.5 n/a 1.7 2.9
Special Education 5.8 9.6 1.9 92.9 n/a 1.8 5.4
Eco Disadvantaged 59.2 66.8 48.4 95.7 n/a 1.1 3.2

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