West Ashley High School is the only public high school located in the West Ashley area in Charleston, South Carolina, United States. It was created in 2000, when the Charleston County School District merged Middleton High School and Saint Andrews High School. It is a part of St. Andrews Constituent District #10.
Serving 2,069 students in grades 9-12, West Ashley High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,069 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: West Ashley High serves the west part of Charleston, SC, encompassing an area of approximately 65.2 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 4.9 miles from the school's center to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Ashley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Ashley High School's student population of 2,069 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 126 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,069 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
126 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2000
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Ashley High School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Ashley High School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#52 out of 1118 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
White
46%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
83%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.7%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Purple
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Ashley High School's ranking?
West Ashley High School is ranked #52 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are West Ashley High School often compared to?
West Ashley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baptist Hill High School, Wando High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Ashley High School?
The graduation rate of West Ashley High School is 83%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend West Ashley High School?
2,069 students attend West Ashley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of West Ashley High School students are White, 35% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Ashley High School?
West Ashley High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Ashley High School offer ?
West Ashley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Ashley High School part of?
West Ashley High School is part of Charleston 01 School District.
In what neighborhood is West Ashley High School located?
West Ashley High School is located in the West Ashley neighborhood of Charleston, SC. There are 11 other public schools located in West Ashley.
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