Serving 2,269 students in grades 9-12, Westlake High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,269 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westlake High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Westlake High School's student population of 2,269 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,269 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westlake High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,168 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westlake High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1583 out of 2168 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
3%
18%
Black
94%
36%
White
n/a
37%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westlake High School's ranking?
Westlake High School is ranked #1583 out of 2,168 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% GA state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westlake High School?
The graduation rate of Westlake High School is 96%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Westlake High School?
2,269 students attend Westlake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Westlake High School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westlake High School?
Westlake High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westlake High School offer ?
Westlake High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Westlake High School part of?
Westlake High School is part of Fulton County School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of Second Semester
May 23, 2024 (Thursday)
Memorial Day (Schools Closed)
May 27, 2024 (Monday)
First Day of School
August 05, 2024 (Monday)
Labor Day (Schools Closed)
September 02, 2024 (Monday)
Fall Break (Schools Closed)
October 14, 2024 (Monday)
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