Serving 503 students in grades 7-12, West Shores High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 70-74% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Shores High serves the southern part of Salton City, CA, covering an attendance area of approximately 101.2 square miles, with a typical drive time of 10-12 minutes from various locations within the zone. The furthest edge of the attendance area is about 11 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Shores High School's student population of 503 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
503 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2010
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Shores High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Shores High School is 0.13, which is less 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
#8661 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
93%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
5%
White
3%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
70-74%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.3%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Shores High School's ranking?
West Shores High School is ranked #8661 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Shores High School?
The graduation rate of West Shores High School is 70-74%, which is lower than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend West Shores High School?
503 students attend West Shores High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of West Shores High School students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Shores High School?
West Shores High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does West Shores High School offer ?
West Shores High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is West Shores High School part of?
West Shores High School is part of Coachella Valley Unified School District.
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