Serving 623 students in grades Kindergarten-2, Wylie West Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 623 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wylie West Elementary School's student population of 623 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
Total Students
623 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Wylie West Elementary School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)65-69%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)60-64%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
6%
Hispanic
25%
53%
Black
4%
13%
White
59%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Wylie West Elementary School often compared to?
Wylie West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wylie East Elementary School, Dyess Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% TX state average).
How many students attend Wylie West Elementary School?
623 students attend Wylie West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Wylie West Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wylie West Elementary School?
Wylie West Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Wylie West Elementary School offer ?
Wylie West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2
What school district is Wylie West Elementary School part of?
Wylie West Elementary School is part of Wylie Independent School District.
In what neighborhood is Wylie West Elementary School located?
Wylie West Elementary School is located in the Far Southside neighborhood of Abilene, TX. There are 2 other public schools located in Far Southside.
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