West Linn High School is a public high school in West Linn, Oregon, United States. It is one of three high schools in the West Linn-Wilsonville School District.
Serving 1,858 students in grades 9-12, West Linn High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Oregon for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Oregon state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Oregon state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Oregon state average of 42% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,858 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 10% in OR)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Linn High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oregon for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Linn High School's student population of 1,858 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,858 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Colors
Green, Gold, Forest Green
School Calendar
School Motto
We are West Linn STRONG
School Mascot
Lions
School Rankings
West Linn High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,174 schools in Oregon (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Linn High School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#261 out of 1174 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
4%
Hispanic
9%
26%
Black
1%
3%
White
74%
58%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
10%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
81%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OR Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lions
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Linn High School's ranking?
West Linn High School is ranked #261 out of 1,174 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Oregon.
What schools are West Linn High School often compared to?
West Linn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilsonville High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% OR state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% OR state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Linn High School?
The graduation rate of West Linn High School is 93%, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 81%.
How many students attend West Linn High School?
1,858 students attend West Linn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of West Linn High School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Linn High School?
West Linn High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Oregon state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Linn High School offer ?
West Linn High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Linn High School part of?
West Linn High School is part of West Linn-Wilsonville SD 3j School District.
In what neighborhood is West Linn High School located?
West Linn High School is located in the Bolton neighborhood of West Linn, OR. There are 1 other public schools located in Bolton.
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