West Rusk High School

Tucked into the piney woods of East Texas, West Rusk High School is a small-town school where tight-knit community ties run deep and science scores consistently stand out. Families who value a close relationship between school and community — where kids aren't just a number — will find a lot to like here, and the surrounding area offers that quiet, rural East Texas charm with Longview and Tyler both within a reasonable drive. It's the kind of place where students tend to know their teachers well, and the academic profile, particularly in science, suggests real rigor is alive and well.