West Ranch High School is a public high school in the William S. Hart Union High School District located in Stevenson Ranch, California. The school mascot is the Wildcat, and navy blue and gold are the school's official colors. The Paw Print is the school's official newspaper.
Serving 1,843 students in grades 9-12, West Ranch High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (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 61% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,843 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Ranch High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
West Ranch High School's student population of 1,843 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,843 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Year Founded
2004
Last Day of School
Thu. May 28, 2026
School Rankings
West Ranch High School ranks within the top 10% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Ranch High School is 0.72, 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
#727 out of 9523 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
29%
12%
Hispanic
22%
56%
Black
5%
5%
White
39%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Ranch High School's ranking?
West Ranch High School is ranked #727 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are West Ranch High School often compared to?
West Ranch High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valencia High School, Saugus High School, William S. Hart High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Ranch High School?
The graduation rate of West Ranch High School is 98%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Ranch High School?
1,843 students attend West Ranch High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of West Ranch High School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 22% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Ranch High School?
West Ranch High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does West Ranch High School offer ?
West Ranch High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Ranch High School part of?
West Ranch High School is part of William S. Hart Union High School District.
School Calendar
View the West Ranch High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Labor Day Holiday - School Closed (Website Calendar)
September 01, 2025 (Monday)
Fall Break - No Classes (Website Calendar)
October 06, 2025 (Monday)
Veterans Day Holiday - School Closed (Website Calendar)
November 11, 2025 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No Classes (Website Calendar)
November 24, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No Classes (Website Calendar)
November 25, 2025 (Tuesday)
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