West Hills High School is a public, comprehensive high school in Santee, California, and serves students in grades nine through twelve.
Serving 1,624 students in grades 9-12, West Hills High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,624 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Hills High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
West Hills High School's student population of 1,624 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,624 students
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
Year Founded
1987
Colors
Black, Royal blue, Silver
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Hills High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Hills High School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2394 out of 9523 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
12%
Hispanic
35%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
48%
20%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Hills High School's ranking?
West Hills High School is ranked #2394 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are West Hills High School often compared to?
West Hills High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Santana High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Hills High School?
The graduation rate of West Hills High School is 85%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Hills High School?
1,624 students attend West Hills High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of West Hills High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Hills High School?
West Hills High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does West Hills High School offer ?
West Hills High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Hills High School part of?
West Hills High School is part of Grossmont Union High School District.
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