West Valley High School is a high school that serves around 1,800 students on the western side of Hemet, California. The school is accredited by the WASC Accrediting Commission for Schools and also has become an AVID Demonstration School. The West Valley High School mascot is a Mustang.
Serving 1,857 students in grades 9-12, West Valley 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 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is equal to the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,857 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Valley High serves the western part of Hemet, CA, covering an area of approximately 106.4 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 17.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Valley High School's student population of 1,857 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,857 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Valley 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 Valley High School is 0.46, 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
#6881 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
72%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
91%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.2%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Grey, Maroon
School Mascot
Mustangs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Valley High School's ranking?
West Valley High School is ranked #6881 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are West Valley High School often compared to?
West Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beaumont Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Valley High School?
The graduation rate of West Valley High School is 91%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend West Valley High School?
1,857 students attend West Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of West Valley High School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Valley High School?
West Valley High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is equal to the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does West Valley High School offer ?
West Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Valley High School part of?
West Valley High School is part of Hemet Unified School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Child attends special Ed at campus...Not happy with special ed staff I feel they failed in the care of my child. Currently looking for different educational alternatives. Don't feel good with her on that campus. Very disappointed.
4 10/10/2025
Our daughter graduated in 1999 and excelled in every aspect. Teachers were great and the academia met all our high standards . She graduated with honors, and ended up in a prestigious university back East.
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