Serving 2,175 students in grades 9-12, West High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 32% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,175 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
West High School's student population of 2,175 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 137 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,175 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
137 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,984 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West High School is 0.66, 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
#236 out of 1984 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
38%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
39%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
4%
Hispanic
20%
13%
Black
11%
9%
White
53%
68%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West High School's ranking?
West High School is ranked #236 out of 1,984 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are West High School often compared to?
West High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Memorial High School, Middleton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of West High School?
The graduation rate of West High School is 91%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 87%.
How many students attend West High School?
2,175 students attend West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of West High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West High School?
West High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does West High School offer ?
West High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West High School part of?
West High School is part of Madison Metropolitan School District.
In what neighborhood is West High School located?
West High School is located in the Regent neighborhood of Madison, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Regent.
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