Westside High School

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Public School HOUSTON ISD High School

Accountability Ratings

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TEA Ratings
Scaled Score
Student Achievement 79
Student Progress 87
Closing Performance Gaps 92
Overall 89

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Welcome to Westside High School, an esteemed institution located at 14201 Briar Forest in the vibrant city of Houston, Texas. Nestled within the highly-regarded Houston Independent School District, Westside High School is renowned for its commitment to excellence in education and development of future leaders.

At Westside High School, we pride ourselves on our exceptional educational staff. With 156 dedicated teachers who have been with our school for an average of 9 years, our faculty brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the classroom, averaging 12 years in the teaching profession. This seasoned team is instrumental in fostering a nurturing and supportive learning environment where each student is encouraged to excel.

Our school boasts an impressive student body of 2,931 scholars, maintaining a healthy student-to-teacher ratio of 18.70. This ensures that each student receives personalized attention and guidance, essential for both their academic and personal growth. Additionally, our faculty is supported by 10 education aides who contribute to the smooth facilitation of our educational programs and enhance our learning environment.

Westside High School offers a dynamic and diverse curriculum designed to cater to a wide range of interests and abilities. From rigorous Advanced Placement courses to innovative STEM programs, and enriching arts and humanities offerings, our school is dedicated to preparing students not just for college, but for lifelong success.

Our campus is a hub of activity where students can engage in numerous extracurricular activities and clubs, fostering leadership skills and community involvement. Whether it's robotics, debate, sports, or the arts, there is something for every student at Westside High School.

Choosing the right school is pivotal, and at Westside High School, we believe in creating a community where students can thrive academically and socially, making lasting friendships and memories. We invite you to join our community, where we empower students to achieve their best and shape a promising future.

For more information or to schedule a visit, please contact us at (281) 920-8000. Discover how Westside High School can provide your child with a rich and rewarding education, setting the stage for success in an ever-changing world.

School Summary

Public School
Grade Span
09-12
Enrollment
2729
Is Charter
No
Is Magnant
Yes
Address
14201 BRIAR FOREST, HOUSTON, TX, 77077
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Principal
MS ALISA ZAPATA
School District
Phone
(281) 920-8000
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Westside High School Student / Staff Statistics

Student Statistics

Racial/Ethnic Group
Racial/Ethnic Group Number Percent
African American 861 31.65%
Hispanic 1,219 44.82%
White 343 12.61%
Asian 196 7.21%
Native American 6 0.22%
Two or More Races 89 3.27%
Total Students 2,720 100.00%
Eco Disadvantaged 1,829 67.24%
Limited English Proficiency 723 26.58%
Program/Count/Percent
Program Count Percent
Bilingual 713 26.21%
Gifted & Talented 530 19.49%
Special Education 201 7.39%
Teacher Student Ratio 18.70 S/T

Staff Statistics

By Experience
By Experience Count Percent
Over 30 years 5 3.64%
20 - 30 years 31 21.02%
10 - 20 years 34 23.35%
6 - 10 years 29 19.92%
1- 5 years 29 19.92%
Beginning Teacher 18 12.16%
Teacher Experience Average 12.40 yrs
Teacher Tenure Average 8.20 yrs
Teacher Type Number Percent
Total Teachers 146 100%
Female Teachers 79 54.19 %
Male Teachers 67 45.81 %
School Admin 11
School Support 7
Edu Aids 11
Special Education 4

Westside High School 2025 STAAR Statistics

STAAR Statistics
Group All Subjects Read/ELA Math Science Soc Studies
ALL 77% 65% 77% 89% 94%
African American 74% 61% 75% 87% 93%
Hispanic 77% 65% 76% 89% 95%
White 82% 68% 86% 93% 96%
Asian 86% 77% 92% 96% 91%
Two or More Races 72% 72% 59% 100% *%
Economically Disadvantaged 74% 59% 76% 87% 93%
Male Students 74% 60% 75% 88% 94%
Female Students 81% 71% 81% 91% 93%
Special Education 62% 46% 61% 81% 87%
Limited English Proficiency 61% 42% 73% 82% 85%

Class of 2024 Graduates

Standardized Test

Class Graduate
Group %
Tested
SAT
Avg
ACT
Avg
Abv
Criteria
ALL 99 974 22.9 30.7
African American 97.1 914 19 15.5
Hispanic 99.7 942 21.6 26.6
White 100 1081 26.2 53.7
Asian 100 1223 26.6 76.6
Two or More Races 90.9 1087 * 50
Male Students 99.7 988 23.4 35.8
Female Students 98.3 960 22.6 25.6
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 80.3 78 73.6 91.5 0.3 1.2 7
African American 75.8 74.2 68 94.7 0.8 n/a 4.5
Hispanic 77.9 75.5 71.1 87.6 n/a 2.2 10.2
White 89.4 83 81.9 96 n/a 1 3
Asian 95.7 97.8 95.7 97.8 n/a 2.2 n/a
Two or More Races 90.9 90.9 90.9 71.4 n/a n/a 28.6
Male Students n/a n/a n/a 92.4 0.3 0.8 6.4
Female Students n/a n/a n/a 90.6 0.3 1.6 7.5
Special Education 50 52.9 47.1 85.7 n/a 5.7 8.6
Eco Disadvantaged 76.4 76.2 70.5 91 0.4 1.6 7.1

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Reviewed on 03/24/2019 03/24/2019

Westside High School is an amazing school with all the support you need. My daughter graduated from it and my son is currently enrolled at it. Our experience have been wonderful and WE recommend it to everyone who is thinking in moving to the area.

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