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 2,968 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 54%). 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 28:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,968 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Lakota West High School serves the southwest part of West Chester, OH, covering an area of approximately 34.1 square miles. Most families in the attendance zone are typically within a 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.5 miles to the school and the furthest edge located 7.2 miles away.
- 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lakota West High School's student population of 2,968 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,968 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lakota West High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,181 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 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1330 out of 3181 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
12%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
54%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.7%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Red
School Mascot
Firebird
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakota West High School's ranking?
Lakota West High School is ranked #1330 out of 3,181 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 54% 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 96%, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Lakota West High School?
2,968 students attend Lakota West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Lakota West High School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% 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 28:1, 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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