Western Heights 9th Grade Center

8201 Southwest 44th Street
Oklahoma City, OK 73179
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Western Heights 9th Grade Center serves 218 students in grades 9. 
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 67%).
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 56% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9
  • Enrollment: 218 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 88%
  • : <50%
  • : 50-54%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education

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Western Heights 9th Grade Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:

School Overview

Western Heights 9th Grade Center's student population of 218 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 69% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
218 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

The diversity score of Western Heights 9th Grade Center is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (OK)
(15-16)
50-54%
67%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
52%
20%
Black
23%
8%
White
12%
44%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
14%
All Ethnic Groups
0.66
(17-18)
<50%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
48%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
7%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the graduation rate of Western Heights 9th Grade Center?
The graduation rate of Western Heights 9th Grade Center is 50%, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 80%.
How many students attend Western Heights 9th Grade Center?
218 students attend Western Heights 9th Grade Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Western Heights 9th Grade Center students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does Western Heights 9th Grade Center offer ?
Western Heights 9th Grade Center offers enrollment in grades 9 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Western Heights 9th Grade Center part of?
Western Heights 9th Grade Center is part of Western Heights School District.
In what neighborhood is Western Heights 9th Grade Center located?
Western Heights 9th Grade Center is located in the Winds West neighborhood of Oklahoma City, OK. There are 3 other public schools located in Winds West.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9
  • Enrollment: 218 students
  • Minority Enrollment: 88%
  • : <50%
  • : 50-54%
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education

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