Overview

Westside High School is a magnet school in Houston, TX, offering AP courses, 33 sports, and Project Lead The Way curriculum. It is one of 55 high schools in Houston Independent School District.

School Rating

Westside High School is performing average compared to public and charter schools in Texas with the same grade levels.
5/10
GreatSchools Rating

Rating Factors

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College Prep

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College Success

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Advanced Courses

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Test Scores

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Courses & Programs

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STUDENT LIFE

Student Demographics

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School


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Neighborhood

14201 Briar Forest Drive
Houston, TX 77077
School leader: Ms Alisa Zapata
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  • 10 /10
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  • 10 /10
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  • 10 /10
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  • 10 /10
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  • 10 /10
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