What grades does WEST EL serve?

WEST EL operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the WEST area.

Where is WEST EL located?

WEST EL is a rural school in WEST, TX.

What is the student-teacher ratio at WEST EL?

The student-teacher ratio at WEST EL is 14.4:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in WEST, TX?

Schools in WEST include WEST EL and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the WEST area.

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WEST EL — School Calendar 2026-27

Primary|WEST, Texas|WEST ISD

WEST, TX 76691

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Student Holiday/PD Holiday

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School Profile

Grades

PK–5

Enrollment

605

Student:Teacher

14.4:1

Locale

Rural

District

WEST ISD

Econ. Disadvantaged

42.1%

Phone

(254)981-2200

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

47%

67th percentile in TX

Math Proficiency

63%

91th percentile in TX

Chronic Absenteeism

2.8%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

29 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 17.4:1

Worse than average in TX

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

609

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

37.05

100% fully certified

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,079

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,663

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$15,629

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 11%State 42%Local 47%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$249,036

-1.2% 1yr+31.4% 5yr

Waco, TX metro area

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

29.0%

Below 150% poverty line

4.4%

Unemployment rate

14.2%

Uninsured residents

13.0%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

199

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

193

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

32%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

82 (42%)

Other Health Impairment

31 (16%)

Speech/Language Impairment

29 (15%)

Emotional Disturbance

20 (10%)

Autism

17 (9%)

Intellectual Disability

9 (5%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

645

Current enrollment

Stable(+10% 5yr)

Coming Up

Mon, Sep 7, 2026

Student/Staff Holiday

Holiday

Fri, Sep 25, 2026

Elementary PD (school day for MS and HS)

Event

Mon, Sep 28, 2026

Student Holiday/PD

Holiday

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Student/Staff Holiday	Holiday	—
Fri, Sep 25, 2026	Elementary PD (school day for MS and HS)	Event	—
Mon, Sep 28, 2026	Student Holiday/PD	Holiday	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	End of 1st 9 Weeks	Event	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Student/Staff Holiday	Holiday	—
Tue, Oct 13, 2026	Beginning of 2nd 9 Weeks	Event	—
Mon, Nov 9, 2026	Student Holiday/PD	Holiday	—
Tue, Nov 10, 2026	Elem/Middle School Holiday/PD	Holiday	—
Mon, Nov 23, 2026	Student/Staff Holiday	Holiday	—