Plano West Senior High School

Public 11-12

 5601 W Parker Rd
       Plano, TX  75093-7727


(469) 752-9600

District: Plano Independent School District (Isd)

Per Pupil Expenditures:  $8,461 Help


Feeder schools for Plano West Senior High School:

Elementary:    Andrews Elementary
    Barksdale Elementary
    Brinker Elementary
    Centennial Elementary
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Middle:    C M Rice Middle
    Frankford Middle
    Renner Middle
    Robinson Middle

Student/teacher ratio:  17.6 Help
Number of students:  2,625

Racial breakdown:

Asian:
29.6%
White:
29.6%
Hispanic:
23.8%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  23.3% Help


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Compare Details Plano West Senior High School is not ranked due for the most recent year due to insufficient test score data. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2018 the calculated Average Standard Score was 82.53. (See more...)
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The Adjusted Cohort Graduation Rate (ACGR) measures the percentage of Plano West Senior High School freshmen who graduate within four years, adjusting for students who transfer in or out.
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The high school dropout rate measures the percentage of students who do not complete their high school education.
Student Body
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Compare Details Student population at Plano West Senior High School is diverse. Racial makeup is: Asian (29.6%), White (29.6%), Hispanic (23.8%). (See more...)
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Compare Details 23.3% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)
Teachers
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Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Plano West Senior High School is 17.6. 4 high schools in the Plano Independent School District (Isd) have better student/teacher ratios. (See more...)
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Finance
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Compare Details The average total spent per student at Plano West Senior High School is $8,461. 3 high schools in the Plano Independent School District (Isd) spend more per student.
Schooldigger Rankings:

Plano West Senior High School was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

Plano Independent School District (Isd):

SchoolDigger ranks Plano Independent School District (Isd) 162nd of 968 Texas school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Plano West Senior High School

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Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools TX State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2004 78.29 145th 1427 89.8%
2005 81.95 96th 1429 93.3%
2006 80.18 137th 1430 90.4%
2007 80.49 134th 1497 91.0%
2008 80.38 134th 1510 91.1%
2009 77.15 189th 1539 87.7%
2010 72.26 291st 1568 81.4%
2011 70.16 397th 1672 76.3%
2012 84.11 31st 1603 98.1%
2014 27.99 1373rd 1734 20.8%
2015 35.68 1270th 1743 27.1%
2016 21.23 1494th 1762 15.2%
2017 88.35 84th 1777 95.3%
2018 82.53 153rd 1797 91.5%
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Data source: test scores: Texas Education Agency, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

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All ratings (Avg rating: 3.7)
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by a parent
Sunday, October 12, 2014

Open Quote My child has a learning disability and was constantly being picked on with no consequences for the bullies. Its so bad that I have decided to pull him out of PWSH and will homeschool. While we have given up, Plano West needs to step up and fix the issue. Close Quote


by a parent
Wednesday, August 22, 2012

Open Quote Incredible school. Our daughter just graduated and had the best high school experience possible. We have lived in Europe, Massachusetts and Texas. Nothing compares to the Plano system. Plano West has the highest scores in Plano. Plano West academics are top 1% nationally and this is with a diverse population.

The Plano West has many upper middle class families...however there are approximately 15% poverty level. The predominate culture is academic focus. Yes there are many other cultures represented, but by far the dominant focus is college prep, with secondary focus equally spread over arts, athletics and service clubs. Plano West often has a reputation of rich kids.... While there is a small contingent of obvious wealth, it is a minuscule portion rarely displayed to the average student. As a parent, I kept asking "where are the rich kids?".

Our daughter is a studious, non-fad, no make up type of girl. If something is popular, she heads the other way. She was a perfect fit at Plano West. There is a place for everyone in this culture. Overall, this student body is a very mature, hard working and impressive group of young people - the kind that give you hope for the future of our country.

The staff is very strong. The principal is truly exemplary. With more than 2000 students she circulates consistently, sets high expectations and infuses her own passionate school spirit in every endeavor. Staff, parents and students are raving fans.

As with any school, it is not perfect.... our experience was as strong as you could ever expect in this current day.

We are right now delivering our daughter to William & Mary... She is arriving with 40 credit hours already accepted by the college based on AP Test results. And she exhibits strong character, care for others and an excellent perspective on the world.

We are STRONG supporters and have no affiliation with the district other than that of parents... We are very grateful for the influence and impact of Plano West on our daughter. Close Quote



Enrollment information for Plano West Senior High School

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2000 627 40 127 38 3 n/a n/a 0 835
2001 1151 95 296 72 3 n/a n/a 0 1617
2002 1291 121 341 98 7 n/a n/a 0 1858
2003 1291 121 341 98 7 n/a n/a 0 1858
2004 1278 122 323 100 7 n/a n/a 0 1830
2005 1290 124 336 112 7 n/a n/a 0 1869
2006 1287 146 346 120 6 n/a n/a 0 1905
2007 1321 160 349 130 3 n/a n/a 0 1963
2008 1336 150 363 128 11 n/a n/a 0 1988
2009 1225 198 364 139 8 n/a n/a 0 1934
2010 1199 206 375 161 7 n/a n/a 0 1948
2011 1161 220 363 237 6 3 44 0 2034
2012 1208 215 385 265 10 2 65 0 2150
2013 1201 231 395 292 7 1 61 0 2188
2014 1309 259 576 346 8 3 79 0 2580
2015 1403 280 723 382 8 4 96 0 2896
2016 1236 314 660 409 5 2 92 0 2718
2017 1207 300 726 383 2 6 91 0 2715
2018 1162 320 769 421 8 2 83 0 2765
2019 1140 335 746 431 4 2 83 0 2741
2020 1013 372 753 450 4 2 101 0 2695
2021 954 378 760 512 6 1 106 0 2717
2022 868 348 775 547 6 2 98 0 2644
2023 776 339 778 624 11 3 94 0 2625

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Plano West Senior High School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2000 835 65.1 12.8 1.8
2001 1617 108.0 15.0 1.3
2002 1858 118.4 15.7 2.5
2003 1858 118.4 15.7 2.5
2004 1830 126.1 14.5 4.5
2005 1869 125.2 14.9 4.5
2006 1905 128.5 14.8 8.1
2007 1963 119.2 16.5 6.9
2008 1988 123.1 16.1 7
2009 1934 125.4 15.4 7.3
2010 1948 125.1 15.5 8.9
2011 2034 123.9 16.4 13.1
2012 2150 122.4 17.5 12.8
2013 2188 122.0 17.9 13
2014 2580 144.6 17.8 12.2
2015 2896 165.0 17.5 13.5
2016 2718 159.0 17.0 14.9
2017 2715 158.7 17.1 13.6
2018 2765 160.5 17.2 13.6
2019 2741 160.6 17.0 16.9
2020 2695 162.7 16.5 19.3
2021 2717 162.2 16.7 24
2022 2644 157.8 16.7 24.7
2023 2625 149.0 17.6 23.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Plano West Senior High School

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2000 835 65.1 12.8 1.8
2001 1617 108.0 15.0 1.3
2002 1858 118.4 15.7 2.5
2003 1858 118.4 15.7 2.5
2004 1830 126.1 14.5 4.5
2005 1869 125.2 14.9 4.5
2006 1905 128.5 14.8 8.1
2007 1963 119.2 16.5 6.9
2008 1988 123.1 16.1 7
2009 1934 125.4 15.4 7.3
2010 1948 125.1 15.5 8.9
2011 2034 123.9 16.4 13.1
2012 2150 122.4 17.5 12.8
2013 2188 122.0 17.9 13
2014 2580 144.6 17.8 12.2
2015 2896 165.0 17.5 13.5
2016 2718 159.0 17.0 14.9
2017 2715 158.7 17.1 13.6
2018 2765 160.5 17.2 13.6
2019 2741 160.6 17.0 16.9
2020 2695 162.7 16.5 19.3
2021 2717 162.2 16.7 24
2022 2644 157.8 16.7 24.7
2023 2625 149.0 17.6 23.3

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Plano West Senior High School

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YearExpenditures from Federal FundsExpenditures from State and Local FundsTotal Expenditures Per Pupil (All Funds)
2019 $379 (4.3%) $8,376 (95.7%) $8,755
2020 $305 (3.6%) $8,140 (96.4%) $8,445
2021 $96 (1.1%) $8,365 (98.9%) $8,461

Data source: Texas Department of Education
Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Plano West Senior High School

The coronavirus has had a profound impact on education in America. Learning shifted online overnight, attendance numbers dwindled, and enrollment decreased. SchoolDigger.com is making it easier for you to better assess how COVID-19 has impacted your school. Through the collection of pre-pandemic (2019) and current data, SchoolDigger.com is sharing test scores, enrollment numbers and school demographics from schools across the country – and we make it easy to see how impacted schools compare locally and statewide.

Test Scores

% proficient
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
% proficient
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
End of Course Algebra I (Plano West Senior High School)105
 5%
   End of Course Algebra I (Plano Independent School District (Isd))7056
 14%
   End of Course Algebra I (Texas)6245
 17%
End of Course Biology (Plano West Senior High School)00
   End of Course Biology (Plano Independent School District (Isd))7570
 5%
   End of Course Biology (Texas)6357
 6%
End of Course English I Reading (Plano West Senior High School)812
 4%
   End of Course English I Reading (Plano Independent School District (Isd))7166
 5%
   End of Course English I Reading (Texas)4954
 5%
End of Course English II Reading (Plano West Senior High School)75
 2%
   End of Course English II Reading (Plano Independent School District (Isd))7067
 3%
   End of Course English II Reading (Texas)5156
 5%
End of Course U.S. History (Plano West Senior High School)9385
 8%
   End of Course U.S. History (Plano Independent School District (Isd))8882
 6%
   End of Course U.S. History (Texas)7571
 4%

Student Body

Number of students
Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)
Number of students
Post pandemic (2022-2023)
Change (%)
Total Students27412625
 4.2%
African American335339
 1.2%
American Indian411
 175%
Asian746778
 4.3%
Hispanic431624
 44.8%
Pacific Islander23
 50%
White1140776
 31.9%
Two or More Races8394
 13.3%
% Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients16.9%23.3%
 6.4%


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Frequently Asked Questions about Plano West Senior High School

Plano West Senior High School is fed by the following schools:

Elementary : Andrews Elementary
Elementary : Barksdale Elementary
Elementary : Brinker Elementary
Elementary : Centennial Elementary
Elementary : Daffron Elementary
Elementary : Gulledge Elementary
Elementary : Haun Elementary
Elementary : Hightower Elementary
Elementary : Huffman Elementary
Elementary : Jackson Elementary
Elementary : Mitchell Elementary
Elementary : Rose Haggar Elementary
Elementary : Skaggs Elementary
Elementary : Wyatt Elementary
Middle : C M Rice Middle
Middle : Frankford Middle
Middle : Renner Middle
Middle : Robinson Middle

In the 2022-23 school year, 2,625 students attended Plano West Senior High School.

Students at Plano West Senior High School are 30% Asian, 30% White, 24% Hispanic, 13% African American, 4% Two or more races.


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