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#5527 of 8,552 schools in TX
West Mesquite H S
High School · MESQUITE ISD
2500 MEMORIAL PKWY, Mesquite, TX 75149
Enrollment
2,082
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
5.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,082
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
5.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#5,527 of 8,552
In Mesquite
#36 of 50
public schools
In district
#32 of 50
MESQUITE ISD
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About West Mesquite H S
West Mesquite H S is a public high school in Mesquite, TX, part of MESQUITE ISD. West Mesquite H S serves approximately 2,082 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. West Mesquite H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #5,527 of 8,552 schools in TX.
Structured state assessment records for West Mesquite H S show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.6
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
West Mesquite H S is a large school: 2,082 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.
47% of students at West Mesquite H S were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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West Mesquite H S — Students at West Mesquite H S score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)
Based on 28 test records from TX state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.5/10.
How West Mesquite H S Compares
See how West Mesquite H S performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
2500 MEMORIAL PKWY, Mesquite, TX 75149
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West Mesquite H S may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SCHOOL FOR THE TALENTED & GIFTED IN PLEASANT GROVE (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. Another option is GOLDEN RULE SOUTHWEST (rated 8.9/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Dallas), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LANNY FRASIER MIDDLE (rated 8.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mesquite, see our Mesquite schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LANNY FRASIER MIDDLE Mesquite | 0.2 mi | 8.3 |
| SEABOURN EL Mesquite | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| GALLOWAY EL Mesquite | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| LEGACY PREP CHARTER ACADEMY MESQUITE WEST CAMPUS Dallas | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| GOLDEN RULE SOUTHWEST Dallas | 0.9 mi | 8.9 |
| KIPP PLEASANT GROVE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Balch Springs | 1.1 mi | 4.8 |
| FOUNDERS CLASSICAL ACADEMY OF MESQUITE Lewisville | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| C A TATUM JR EL Dallas | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| MCWHORTER EL Mesquite | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| JOHN W RUNYON EL Dallas | 1.5 mi | 5.8 |
| RUGEL EL Mesquite | 1.6 mi | 5.0 |
| EDWARD TITCHE EL Dallas | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| KIPP PLEASANT GROVE PRI Dallas | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| MOSS EL Mesquite | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| SCHOOL FOR THE TALENTED & GIFTED IN PLEASANT GROVE Dallas | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| YOUNG MEN'S LEADERSHIP ACADEMY AT FRED F FLORENCE Dallas | 1.6 mi | 6.6 |
| HANBY EL Mesquite | 1.5 mi | 6.0 |
| PLEASANT GROVE EL Dallas | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| ANN RICHARDS STEAM ACADEMY Dallas | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - PLEASANT GROVE Dallas | 2.2 mi | 2.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 75149 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,629
Median Home Value
$207,500
Median Rent
$1,408/mo
Population
58,849
College Educated
14.6%
Homeownership
66.8%
Avg Commute
32.9 min
Poverty Rate
13%
Median Age
34.1
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| HARKER HEIGHTS H S Harker Heights, TX | 5.6 |
| HORIZON H S El Paso, TX | 5.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Mesquite H S
What grades does West Mesquite H S serve?
West Mesquite H S serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend West Mesquite H S?
West Mesquite H S has an enrollment of approximately 2,082 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Mesquite H S?
The student-teacher ratio at West Mesquite H S is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does West Mesquite H S rank in TX?
West Mesquite H S ranks #5,527 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is West Mesquite H S's MySchoolScout rating?
West Mesquite H S has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at West Mesquite H S?
Based on loaded state assessment records, West Mesquite H S has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is West Mesquite H S a charter school?
No, West Mesquite H S is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West Mesquite H S a Title I school?
No, West Mesquite H S is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Mesquite H S?
87.8% of students at West Mesquite H S qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,082
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 146
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dallas County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.5%
- Phone
- (972) 882-7600
- 4-Year Graduation
- 91.0%
Resources & Links
District
MESQUITE ISD- District Enrollment
- 38,265
- Schools in District
- 51
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,223
- District Rank
- #32 of 50
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