WEST MESQUITE HIGH SCHOOL
WEST MESQUITE H S is a Title I public high school that is part of the MESQUITE ISD school district, located in MESQUITE, TX with about 2,077 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 139 teachers, WEST MESQUITE H S has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
West Mesquite High School, located at 2500 Memorial Pkwy in Mesquite, Texas, is a core institution within the Mesquite Independent School District. As a traditional public high school, it serves a diverse student population and offers a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether that involves higher education, vocational training, or immediate entry into the workforce. The school is known for its strong emphasis on community spirit and its active participation in regional athletics and extracurricular activities, which serve as central pillars of the campus culture.
Beyond its academic offerings, West Mesquite High School focuses on providing a supportive environment that encourages student growth through various clubs, fine arts programs, and career-readiness initiatives. By aligning its educational goals with the broader mission of the Mesquite Independent School District, the school strives to foster an inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to develop both their intellectual capabilities and their personal character. For more information regarding district policies, campus specific news, or enrollment details, families and community members are encouraged to visit the official district website at http://www.mesquiteisd.org.
For more information, contact WEST MESQUITE H S at (972) 882-7600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
MESQUITE, TX 75149-3799
(972) 882-7600
http://www.mesquiteisd.org
WEST MESQUITE HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in MESQUITE, TX with about 2,077 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Texas
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- MESQUITE ISD
- Total Students:
- 2,077
- Teachers:
- 139.31
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 2,077 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 65.6%
- Black or African American
- 23.5%
- White
- 8.0%
- Two or more races
- 1.9%
- Asian
- 0.6%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.0%
- Female
- 48.0%
- Male
- 52.0%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.