Below Average
#7273 of 8,552 schools in TX
Wylie West Early Childhood Center
School · WYLIE ISD
6249 BUFFALO GAP RD, Abilene, TX 79606
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 29 schools in Abilene. Learn more
Enrollment
184
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
184
Student-Teacher
15.3:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Texas schools
#7,273 of 8,552
In Abilene
#23 of 32
public schools
In district
#8 of 8
WYLIE ISD
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Wylie West Early Childhood Center
School in Abilene · grades Pre-K – Pre-K. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Wylie West Early Childhood Center
Wylie West Early Childhood Center is a public school in Abilene, TX, part of WYLIE ISD. Wylie West Early Childhood Center serves approximately 184 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Wylie West Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #7,273 of 8,552 schools in TX.
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 184 students, Wylie West Early Childhood Center is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
42.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Wylie West Early Childhood Center Compares
See how Wylie West Early Childhood Center performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
6249 BUFFALO GAP RD, Abilene, TX 79606
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wylie West Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. WYLIE WEST EL (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is WYLIE EAST EL (rated 8.0/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WYLIE EAST J H (rated 7.9/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Abilene, see our Abilene schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WYLIE H S Abilene | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| WYLIE WEST EL Abilene | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
| WYLIE WEST J H Abilene | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| WYLIE WEST INT Abilene | 1.6 mi | 7.0 |
| WARD EL Abilene | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| COOPER H S Abilene | 2.6 mi | 5.1 |
| MADISON MIDDLE Abilene | 2.8 mi | 3.8 |
| ALCORTA EL Abilene | 2.8 mi | 4.5 |
| OCEANS BEHAVIORAL HEALTH Abilene | 2.7 mi | — |
| BASSETTI EL Abilene | 3.0 mi | 5.3 |
| AUSTIN EL Abilene | 3.2 mi | 5.5 |
| PREMIER H S OF ABILENE Lewisville | 3.2 mi | 7.3 |
| WYLIE EAST EL Abilene | 2.9 mi | 8.0 |
| WYLIE EAST J H Abilene | 3.4 mi | 7.9 |
| BOWIE EL Abilene | 3.9 mi | 5.3 |
| CLACK MIDDLE Abilene | 3.9 mi | 3.9 |
| ST JOHNS EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Abilene | 4.0 mi | 7.1 |
| DYESS EL Abilene | 3.8 mi | 5.3 |
| KENLEY SCHOOL Abilene | 4.1 mi | 6.2 |
| TAYLOR COUNTY LEARNING CENTER Abilene | 3.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79606 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,201
Median Home Value
$248,500
Median Rent
$1,165/mo
Population
29,428
College Educated
38.1%
Homeownership
56.6%
Avg Commute
18.1 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
33.5
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wylie West Early Childhood Center
What grades does Wylie West Early Childhood Center serve?
Wylie West Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Wylie West Early Childhood Center?
Wylie West Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 184 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wylie West Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Wylie West Early Childhood Center is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wylie West Early Childhood Center rank in TX?
Wylie West Early Childhood Center ranks #7,273 of 8,552 schools in TX.
What is Wylie West Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Wylie West Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Wylie West Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Wylie West Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wylie West Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Wylie West Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wylie West Early Childhood Center?
42.9% of students at Wylie West Early Childhood Center qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 184
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 42.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Taylor County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.9%
- Phone
- (325) 437-2350
Resources & Links
District
WYLIE ISD- District Enrollment
- 5,507
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $9,047
- District Rank
- #8 of 8
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