Lakota West High School is a four-year, public high school in West Chester Township, a suburb of Cincinnati, Ohio, United States. It is a member of the Lakota Local School District, which comprises both West Chester Township and Liberty Township.
Serving 2,845 students in grades 9-12, Lakota West High School ranks in the top 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 48% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 29:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,845 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 29:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakota West High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Lakota West High School's student population of 2,845 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,845 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Year Founded
1997
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Rankings
Lakota West High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lakota West High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1281 out of 3241 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
29:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
3%
Hispanic
14%
8%
Black
17%
17%
White
53%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Firebird
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakota West High School's ranking?
Lakota West High School is ranked #1281 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Lakota West High School often compared to?
Lakota West High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakota East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lakota West High School?
The graduation rate of Lakota West High School is 94%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Lakota West High School?
2,845 students attend Lakota West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Lakota West High School students are White, 17% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakota West High School?
Lakota West High School has a student ration of 29:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Lakota West High School offer ?
Lakota West High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lakota West High School part of?
Lakota West High School is part of Lakota Local School District.
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