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#23 of 8,552 schools in TX

Top 1% in state

West Ridge Middle

Middle School · EANES ISD

9201 SCENIC BLUFF DR, Austin, TX 78733

Enrollment

899

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

9.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Texas schools

#23 of 8,552

In Austin

#1 of 241

public schools

In district

#1 of 9

EANES ISD

Academic performance

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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West Ridge Middle

9.5/10

Middle School in Austin · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About West Ridge Middle

West Ridge Middle is a public middle school in Austin, TX, part of EANES ISD. West Ridge Middle serves approximately 899 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. West Ridge Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10 and ranks #23 of 8,552 schools in TX.

Structured state assessment records for West Ridge Middle show 89% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 9.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.4
  • TX avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data15
Annual Change-1.71 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics9.7Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency85% (2024 STAAR)
Reading/ELA Proficiency90% (2024 STAAR)
Math vs. State Avg+41.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+35.7 pts
Overall Proficiency88% (2024 STAAR, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)73% (model expectation from 2024 STAAR)
vs. Expected+14.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,307
Chronic Absenteeism7%

West Ridge Middle — Students at West Ridge Middle score 88% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 73%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores TX STAAR (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 88.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.6% (2024 STAAR)
ELA Proficiency 89.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
54.3% (2024 STAAR)

Based on 30 test records from TX state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2010
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2011
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2012
Math
97%
ELA
97%
2013
Math
97%
ELA
98%
2014
Math
96%
ELA
98%
2015
Math
96%
ELA
96%
2016
Math
97%
ELA
97%
2017
Math
84%
ELA
80%
2018
Math
83%
ELA
81%
2019
Math
83%
ELA
81%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2022
Math
77.9%
ELA
79.5%
2024
Math
85%
ELA
90%

* 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: 9.3/10.

How West Ridge Middle Compares

See how West Ridge Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.5/10
100th percentile in TX
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
72 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

9201 SCENIC BLUFF DR, Austin, TX 78733

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West Ridge Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. LAURA WELCH BUSH EL (rated 9.3/10, 4.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is FOREST TRAIL EL (rated 9.2/10, 4.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, WESTLAKE H S (rated 9.1/10, 4.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Austin, see our Austin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.0 mi
School Distance Rating
BARTON CREEK EL Austin 0.3 mi 8.9
ST GABRIEL'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL Austin 1.0 mi 6.7
ST MICHAEL'S CATHOLIC ACADEMY Austin 1.2 mi 7.1
LAKE POINTE EL Austin 2.2 mi 8.4
WONDERWELL Austin 3.3 mi
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF BEE CAVE Austin 3.1 mi
RIVER RIDGE EL Austin 3.6 mi 9.0
REGENTS SCHOOL OF AUSTIN Austin 4.1 mi 5.0
CANYON RIDGE MIDDLE Austin 4.4 mi 8.5
LAURA WELCH BUSH EL Austin 4.5 mi 9.3
ST ANDREWS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Austin 4.4 mi 7.5
VALLEY VIEW EL Austin 4.0 mi 8.5
SCHOOL IN THE HILLS Austin 4.6 mi
FOREST TRAIL EL Austin 4.1 mi 9.2
BRIDGES ACADEMY AUSTIN Austin 4.7 mi 5.3
FUSION ACADEMY AUS: AUSTIN Austin 4.2 mi 6.4
OAK HILL EL Austin 4.7 mi 5.4
ST STEPHENS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Austin 4.3 mi 6.3
WESTLAKE H S Austin 4.5 mi 9.1
AUSTIN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Austin 5.0 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 78733 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$220,421

Median Home Value

$964,100

Median Rent

$3,060/mo

Population

9,339

College Educated

83.1%

Homeownership

92.4%

Avg Commute

26.3 min

Poverty Rate

1.7%

Median Age

43.7

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MCCULLOCH INT Dallas, TX 9.4
SOUTH TEXAS ISD PREPARATORY ACADEMY Edinburg, TX 9.4
BARBERS HILL INT NORTH Mont Belvieu, TX 9.7
EDWARD ROBERSON MIDDLE Houston, TX 9.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West Ridge Middle

What grades does West Ridge Middle serve?

West Ridge Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend West Ridge Middle?

West Ridge Middle has an enrollment of approximately 899 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Ridge Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at West Ridge Middle is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does West Ridge Middle rank in TX?

West Ridge Middle ranks #23 of 8,552 schools in TX.

What is West Ridge Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

West Ridge Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 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 Ridge Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, West Ridge Middle has 89% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is West Ridge Middle a charter school?

No, West Ridge Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is West Ridge Middle a Title I school?

No, West Ridge Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
10 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
899
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
72
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Travis County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.0%

District

EANES ISD
District Enrollment
7,738
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,307
District Rank
#1 of 9

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