West High School, also known as Knoxville West High School, is a public high school in the Knox County school district located at 3300 Sutherland Avenue in Knoxville, Tennessee. The feeder schools are Bearden Middle, Northwest Middle, and West Valley Middle.
Serving 1,474 students in grades 9-12, West High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Black), which is equal to the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,474 students
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: West High School serves the southwest part of Knoxville, TN, covering an area of approximately 31.9 square miles, with a typical drive time of 10-12 minutes for students living within the zone. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance area is about 3.8 miles, reaching up to 6.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West High School's student population of 1,474 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,474 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
88 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1951
School Calendar
School Rankings
West High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#664 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
Showing 2015–2024. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
57%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
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
87%
87.3%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.9%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, Navy Blue
School Mascot
Rebels
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West High School's ranking?
West High School is ranked #664 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are West High School often compared to?
West High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bearden High School, Hardin Valley Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of West High School?
The graduation rate of West High School is 87%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 87.3%.
How many students attend West High School?
1,474 students attend West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of West High School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does West High School offer ?
West High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West High School part of?
West High School is part of Knox County School District.
In what neighborhood is West High School located?
West High School is located in the Marble City neighborhood of Knoxville, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in Marble City.
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