West Union High School is a public high school located just outside West Union, Ohio. It is one of three high schools in the Adams County/Ohio Valley School District, the other two being North Adams High School and Peebles High School. All three schools are nearly identical in design.
Serving 435 students in grades 7-12, West Union High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 435 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Union High School serves the southern part of its school district in West Union, OH, covering an area of approximately 187.3 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 18.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Union High School's student population of 435 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
435 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Union High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Union High School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2459 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
95%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
70-79%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.3%
30.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
42%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Gold, Light Green
School Mascot
Dragon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- West Union High School is a public high school located in West Union, Ohio. It is one of 4 high schools in the Adams County/Ohio Valley School District.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Union High School's ranking?
West Union High School is ranked #2459 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are West Union High School often compared to?
West Union High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peebles High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Union High School?
The graduation rate of West Union High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend West Union High School?
435 students attend West Union High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of West Union High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Union High School?
West Union High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Union High School offer ?
West Union High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Union High School part of?
West Union High School is part of Adams County Ohio Valley Local School District.
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