Eanes ISD is ranked in the top seven public school districts in the nation and number one in Texas, according to research site Niche. All nine Eanes ISD schools nabbed top state and national rankings, including Westlake High School, which was named 19th best public high school in the nation and first in Texas.
West Ridge Middle School took second and Hill Country Middle School took third in the state for middle schools, while all six elementary schools were named among the 20 best in the state. See all results in the chart below.
“Being recognized as a top school district in the state and nation is a testament to Eanes ISD's unwavering commitment to providing a world-class, exemplary education,” said Dr. Jeff Arnett, Superintendent of Schools. “Our mission goes beyond academic excellence; we prepare our students to meet future challenges and seize new opportunities. This achievement reflects the extraordinary dedication of our teachers and staff, the hard work of our students and the invaluable support of our community.”
When compared to historically high-ranking high schools around the state, Westlake rose above Westwood (3), Highland Park (18) and Lake Travis (19). When magnet schools were included, the Liberal Arts & Science Academy (LASA), which is an admission-based magnet high school, ranked third and Westlake ranked fifth in the state.
Niche describes its methodology as using data sources that go beyond state assessment scores and factors in student culture and diversity, educational outcomes, health and safety, and student reviews.
To view the rankings, visit Niche online.