Serving 1,294 students in grades 4-12, Western Hills University High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 4% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 4-12
- Enrollment: 1,294 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Western Hills University High School's student population of 1,294 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-12
Total Students
1,294 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Western Hills University High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,137 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Western Hills University High School is 0.55, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.51. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3045 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
17%
7%
Black
64%
17%
White
12%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
84%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western Hills University High School's ranking?
Western Hills University High School is ranked #3045 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Western Hills University High School often compared to?
Western Hills University High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gilbert A. Dater High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Western Hills University High School?
The graduation rate of Western Hills University High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend Western Hills University High School?
1,294 students attend Western Hills University High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Western Hills University High School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Western Hills University High School?
Western Hills University High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Western Hills University High School offer ?
Western Hills University High School offers enrollment in grades 4-12
What school district is Western Hills University High School part of?
Western Hills University High School is part of Cincinnati Public Schools School District.
In what neighborhood is Western Hills University High School located?
Western Hills University High School is located in the West Price Hill neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 4 other public schools located in West Price Hill.
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