West Ridge Middle School

9201 Scenic Bluff Dr
Austin, TX 78733
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 5%
Serving 886 students in grades 6-8, West Ridge Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 44%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Texas state average of 76% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 886 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : Top 5% in TX
  • : 86% (Top 1%)
  • : 80% (Top 5%)
  • : 81% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

West Ridge Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

West Ridge Middle School's student population of 886 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
886 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
EANESpiration

School Rankings

West Ridge Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 8,096 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Ridge Middle School is 0.62, 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.
This School
State Level (TX)
#176 out of 8096 schools
(Top 5%)
86%
44%
80%
51%
81%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
20%
6%
Hispanic
14%
54%
Black
1%
13%
White
57%
24%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.62
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wildcats

Frequently Asked Questions

What is West Ridge Middle School's ranking?
West Ridge Middle School is ranked #176 out of 8,096 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are West Ridge Middle School often compared to?
West Ridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gorzycki Middle School, Hill Country Middle School, Canyon Vista Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 44% TX state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend West Ridge Middle School?
886 students attend West Ridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of West Ridge Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Ridge Middle School?
West Ridge Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Ridge Middle School offer ?
West Ridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is West Ridge Middle School part of?
West Ridge Middle School is part of Eanes Independent School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 886 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 43%
  • : Top 5%
  • : 86% (Top 1%)
  • : 80% (Top 5%)
  • : 81% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education

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