Western High School is a high school located in Davie, Florida, serving students in grades 9 through 12. The school, which opened in 1981, is a part of the Broward County Public Schools district. The principal is Michelle Padura. The school's mascot is the Wildcat, and the official colors are Black and Vegas Gold.
Serving 3,640 students in grades 9-12, Western High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Florida state average of 65% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,640 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in FL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Western High School's student population of 3,640 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 141 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,640 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
141 teachers
Year Founded
1981
Colors
Black, Gold, Vegas Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Western High School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Western High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1660 out of 3662 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
54%
37%
Black
8%
21%
White
31%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
47%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western High School's ranking?
Western High School is ranked #1660 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are Western High School often compared to?
Western High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cooper City High School, Cypress Bay High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Western High School?
The graduation rate of Western High School is 94%, which is higher than the Florida state average of 87%.
How many students attend Western High School?
3,640 students attend Western High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Western High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Western High School?
Western High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does Western High School offer ?
Western High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Western High School part of?
Western High School is part of Broward School District.
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