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Westside High School

Houston ISD · Harris County · 14201 BRIAR FOREST, Houston, TX 77077

(281)920-8000

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6/10
#595
Rank 595 out of 1,276
Top 47%
English Language Arts6/10 · #663 · 52nd percentile
Mathematics6/10 · #568 · 56th percentile
Science5/10 · #637 · 50th percentile

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School Overview

Westside High School sits in the Energy Corridor area of west Houston, a bustling suburban stretch with easy access to major employers, diverse dining, and a mix of established neighborhoods and newer developments. The school lands right in the middle of the pack statewide, making it a solid choice for families in the 77077 zip code who want a large, comprehensive high school experience without the intense pressure of Houston's most competitive campuses. It tends to appeal to families looking for a well-rounded environment where students can find their footing across academics, extracurriculars, and electives in one of the city's more livable western corridors.

Student Demographics

1,561 students tested · 2023-24 school year

Ethnicity

Hispanic
743 (48%)
African American
492 (32%)
White
179 (11%)
Asian
112 (7%)
Other
35 (2%)

Key Indicators

English Learners492 (32%)
Socioeconomically Disadvantaged1,121 (72%)
Students with Disabilities132 (8%)

Staff & Teachers(2023-24)

2,818
Enrollment
159.8
Teachers (FTE)
17.6:1
Student-Staff Ratio
2.1
Administrators (FTE)

Graduation Rate

90.4%of students graduate within 4 years

Graduation Rate Trend

College Readiness

Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB) programs offer college-level coursework and are a key indicator of academic rigor.

26
AP Courses
offered
26.2%
AP Participation
of students
756
AP Enrollment
students

Source: Civil Rights Data Collection (CRDC) 2021-22

Community Enrichment Programs

This supplementary score measures the availability of enrichment programs — such as tutoring, music, dance, sports, and arts — within 3 miles of the school. Schools in communities with more diverse and accessible programs score higher.

Nearby Programs9/10 · #254 · 84th percentile

114 programs within 3 miles. Ranked among High Schools in Texas.

Nearby Libraries

No programs found