Serving 2,243 students in grades 9-12, Merrill F. West High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,243 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Merrill F. West High School's student population of 2,243 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,243 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Merrill F. West High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Merrill F. West High School is 0.63, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1778 out of 3649 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
12%
Hispanic
57%
56%
Black
6%
5%
White
12%
21%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Merrill F. West High School's ranking?
Merrill F. West High School is ranked #1778 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Merrill F. West High School often compared to?
Merrill F. West High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tracy High School, John C. Kimball High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Merrill F. West High School?
The graduation rate of Merrill F. West High School is 79%, which is lower than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Merrill F. West High School?
2,243 students attend Merrill F. West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Merrill F. West High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 12% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Merrill F. West High School?
Merrill F. West High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Merrill F. West High School offer ?
Merrill F. West High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Merrill F. West High School part of?
Merrill F. West High School is part of Tracy Joint Unified School District.
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Last Day of School
May 31, 2024 (Friday)
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