Serving 735 students in grades 9-12, West-oak High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 735 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: West-Oak High serves the southwest part of Westminster, SC, covering an extensive area of approximately 277.7 square miles, with typical drive times of 20-30 minutes and an average distance of 12.4 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone. The furthest boundary is about 19.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West-oak High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West-oak High School's student population of 735 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
735 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1983
School Rankings
West-oak High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West-oak High School is 0.27, 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
#150 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
43%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2002–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
2%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
85%
46%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
83%
83.8%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40.4%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West-oak High School's ranking?
West-oak High School is ranked #150 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are West-oak High School often compared to?
West-oak High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walhalla High School, Seneca High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of West-oak High School?
The graduation rate of West-oak High School is 83%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 83.8%.
How many students attend West-oak High School?
735 students attend West-oak High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of West-oak High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West-oak High School?
West-oak High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does West-oak High School offer ?
West-oak High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West-oak High School part of?
West-oak High School is part of Oconee 01 School District.
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