Public School
Westlake High School
- A+Overall Grade
- Public
- 9-12
- Austin, TX
- 481 reviews
- AcademicsA+
- DiversityB
- TeachersA+
- College PrepA+
- Clubs & ActivitiesA+
- Health & SafetyA+
- AdministrationA+
- SportsA
- FoodA+
- Resources & FacilitiesA+
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Academics
AP Enrollment
68%
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- Cost of LivingC
- Good for FamiliesA+
- HousingB-
Median Household Income
$71,767
National
$55,322Median Rent
$1,232
National
$949Median Home Value
$298,800
National
$184,700Culture & Safety
Health & Safety
A+
Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
Poll
- 80%
- of students agree that they feel safe at their school.46 responses
Poll
- 67%
- of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.46 responses
Students
Diversity
B
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
2,772
Free or Reduced Lunch
3%
- 98%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.50 responses
- 68%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.50 responses
- 96%
- of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.50 responses
Teachers
- 79%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.68 responses
- 78%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.68 responses
- 84%
- of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.68 responses
Clubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
A+
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
High
Expenses Per Student
$24,109/ year
National
$12,239- 89%
- of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.74 responses
- 58%
- of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.74 responses
- 81%
- of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.74 responses
Westlake High School Reviews
481 reviews
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Westlake is THE best school in Texas hands down. We get a lot of hate for being an “all white, rich suburban” school, but in my opinion that’s all just white noise and envy about our success. The academics are rigorous and challenging. Teachers are accessible to the students for tutoring or outside help. The campus is always warm and inviting, and the athletics here is a perennial powerhouse! The students are very kind and helpful to any new student. Everyone is able to find their role here and excel at what they’re best at. Finally, college readiness is excellent. Even as a sophomore I know I’m going to get into a great college and later a job. I love Westlake for all these reasons, people can say what they want!
Amazing academics with a strong school wide sprit for Westlake Football! Campus has plenty of outdoor spaces and student gathering areas including a common area, outside benches, courtyard, study rooms, and libraries.
The abundant amount of resources and opportunities that Westlake High School has to offer and its enriching experiences allow for a student to reach their full potential in whichever field they are hoping to pursue. The overall environment is overwhelmingly accepting and open-minded. The teachers are extremely supportive and understanding and with that, students are always eager to learn. However, something that I would like to see change is the toxic competitiveness that students often feel the need to participate in which result in excessive amounts of stress and anxiety. The pressure that students put on themselves takes away the joy that comes with the process of learning. I would also like to see a change in the school's diversity.