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West Intermediate School

Public | 5-6 | 600 students

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Posted June 7, 2010

This school was the worst experience ever for not only for my daughter, but for me as well. Constant concern on what teachers say, other student behavior, the homework, the bus rides home, EVERYTHING! The worst run school I have ever encountered. I would NOT recommend anyone to send their child to this school. We have decided to relocate for this reason.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 17, 2009

I have a student in the 5th grade and everytime there is an event or a trip it seems that the teacher have a bad habbit of not giving the students all the information that they need, so the parents can schedule ex: Saturday School, my son had to go saturday school, and no one told him where to go if he had to wear his uniform that day, or if he had a parent that works on saturday how he is to get to the location, this informaiton is important you think?
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 7, 2007

This is my son's first year at West and so far so good. I think we lucked out because his 4th grade homeroom teacher from Highpoint as well as the principal from Highpoint began leading at West this year and he has the same homeroom teacher from Highpoint at West. I was relieved that the principal from Highpoint moved to West because she's always attentive to her staff, the kids, and the parents. On my recent visit (just this past Wednesday) I'd signed in at the principal's office to visit with the cafeteria staff to pay my son's lunch account. At every corner of the hallways I was greeted and or acknowledged by a teacher. I was impressed and extremely happy that my son is very safe and cared for in this school. Highly recommend West.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 13, 2007

I am quite concerned as a parent that two of my children attend West this year, and they have had excessive homework since the very beginning of school and are getting very little sleep in order to complete it. The disheartening part was that all of the teachers shared the same response. That being that they have a set amount of information to 'get out to the students according to the State Regs', but don't have enough time in school to get it taught. Thus the excessive homework.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 7, 2007

This is my daughter's first year at this school as a 6th grader and so far I am extremely happy with the overall feel of the school. From the office administration that is overly helpful to the teachers and their communication. Coming from JWI last year this is a very needed improvement! Definitely recommend!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 12, 2005

West has a diverse mix of kids, consistent with the population of Cedar Hill. It is located in a nice neighborhood. There is an active band and choir program, and G/T classes are available, however, they have been watered down over the past three or so years. If your kid is in G/T, he or she will receive an above average education. If not, stay away.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 12, 2005

Four words. Do not like it! the school used to be horrible but now it's worse! it feels like we are in a prison all day! for your child's sake do not send them here.
—Submitted by a student


Posted August 20, 2005

One word: COMMUNICATION! Perhaps communication skills should be a required course for all teachers and principals.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 22, 2004

I've had basically the same experience with the principal. Some of the teachers don't communicate well either. I have had some good experiences though with only a few of the teachers.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 22, 2004

A nightmare. The principal is inneffective and does not communicate with parents. My recommendation to any parent is to not put your child in this school.
—Submitted by a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 81% in 2011.

232 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
87%

2010

 
 
88%

2009

 
 
86%

2008

 
 
92%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 82% in 2011.

231 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
86%

2009

 
 
86%

2008

 
 
94%
Science

The state average for Science was 87% in 2011.

232 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
88%

2010

 
 
89%

2009

 
 
76%

2008

 
 
87%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2011.

219 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
83%

2010

 
 
85%

2009

 
 
79%

2008

 
 
77%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 84% in 2011.

220 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
86%

2010

 
 
89%

2009

 
 
94%

2008

 
 
87%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students87%
Female85%
Male88%
Black or African American85%
Asian100%
Hispanic94%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White90%
Economically disadvantaged85%
Not economically disadvantaged89%
Special education58%
Not special education88%
Limited English proficient (LEP)80%
Proficient in English86%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant87%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students90%
Female95%
Male85%
Black or African American90%
Asian100%
Hispanic91%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White95%
Economically disadvantaged88%
Not economically disadvantaged94%
Special education58%
Not special education92%
Limited English proficient (LEP)60%
Proficient in English90%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant90%
Gifted/talented100%

Science

All Students88%
Female87%
Male90%
Black or African American84%
Asian100%
Hispanic94%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged85%
Not economically disadvantaged95%
Special education50%
Not special education90%
Limited English proficient (LEP)80%
Proficient in English88%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant88%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Math

All Students83%
Female88%
Male77%
Black or African American81%
Asian100%
Hispanic87%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White78%
Economically disadvantaged80%
Not economically disadvantaged86%
Special education35%
Not special education87%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English82%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant83%
Gifted/talented100%

Reading

All Students86%
Female90%
Male82%
Black or African American86%
Asian100%
Hispanic82%
American Indian or Alaska Nativen/a
White100%
Economically disadvantaged82%
Not economically disadvantaged93%
Special education56%
Not special education89%
Limited English proficient (LEP)n/a
Proficient in English87%
Migrantn/a
Non-migrant86%
Gifted/talented100%
Scale: % meeting or exceeding standards

About the tests


In 2010-2011, the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) was used to test students in reading in grades 3 through 9; in writing in grades 4 and 7; in English language arts in grades 10 and 11; in mathematics in grades 3 through 11; in science in grades 5, 8, 10 and 11; and in social studies in grades 8, 10 and 11. TAKS is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Texas. The grade 11 Exit Level TAKS is a high school graduation requirement. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Texas Education Agency; if there are a small number of students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

  • In 2010-2011, this school was rated "Recognized".
  • In 2009-2010, this school was rated "Recognized".
  • In 2008-2009, this school was rated "Recognized".

About the tests


Texas uses Accountability Ratings to indicate the overall performance of each school and district. The ratings are based on TAKS test results, dropout rates for grades 7 and 8 and school completion rates for grades 9 through 12. Schools and districts rated under standard accountability procedures are designated as Exemplary, Recognized, Academically Acceptable or Academically Unacceptable. Schools and districts rated under alternative education accountability (AEA) procedures are designated as either AEA: Academically Acceptable or AEA: Academically Unacceptable.

See Texas' state standards

Source: Texas Education Agency

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 60% 14%
Hispanic 23% 48%
White 14% 34%
Asian/Pacific Islander 2% 4%
American Indian/Alaska Native 1% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Special education 10%N/A10%
Gifted/talented students 12%N/A8%
Limited English proficient (LEP) 5%N/A17%
Economically disadvantaged 50%N/A55%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 17N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Beginning teachers 8%N/A8%
1 to 5 years 42%N/A30%
6 to 10 years 27%N/A20%
11 to 20 years 15%N/A23%
21 or more years 8%N/A19%
Source: TX Education Agency, 2007-2008
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1533 High Pointe Ln
Cedar Hill, TX 75104
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Phone: (972) 291-6060

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