Serving 497 students in grades 7-12, West Union 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 34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 57%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 497 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Union High School's student population of 497 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
497 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Union 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 West Union High School is 0.08, which is less 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
#2223 out of 3137 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
n/a
17%
White
96%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- West Union High School is a public high school located in West Union, Ohio. It is one of 4 high schools in the Adams County/Ohio Valley School District.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Union High School's ranking?
West Union High School is ranked #2223 out of 3,137 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are West Union High School often compared to?
West Union High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peebles High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% OH state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 57% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Union High School?
The graduation rate of West Union High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 84%.
How many students attend West Union High School?
497 students attend West Union High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of West Union High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Union High School?
West Union High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Union High School offer ?
West Union High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is West Union High School part of?
West Union High School is part of Adams County Ohio Valley Local School District.
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