Western Hills High School, or "West High," is a high school located in the Western Hills area of Cincinnati, Ohio, United States. It is part of the Cincinnati Public Schools district. The school houses two programs: Western Hills Design Technology High School and Western Hills University High School.
Serving 1,342 students in grades 7-12, Western Hills University 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 4% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Western Hills University High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Cincinnati, OH, covering approximately 90.7 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking about 15-20 minutes and the furthest edge of the zone located nearly 12.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Western Hills University High School's student population of 1,342 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,342 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1928
School Calendar
School Rankings
Western Hills University 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 Western Hills University High School is 0.62, which is more 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
#3167 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
54%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
60%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
53%
17%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
65%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
65-69%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)77.7%
30.8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon, Cream
School Mascot
Mustang
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western Hills University High School's ranking?
Western Hills University High School is ranked #3167 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Western Hills University High School often compared to?
Western Hills University High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gilbert A. Dater High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
4% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Western Hills University High School?
The graduation rate of Western Hills University High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Western Hills University High School?
1,342 students attend Western Hills University High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Western Hills University High School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Western Hills University High School?
Western Hills University High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Western Hills University High School offer ?
Western Hills University High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Western Hills University High School part of?
Western Hills University High School is part of Cincinnati School District.
In what neighborhood is Western Hills University High School located?
Western Hills University High School is located in the West Price Hill neighborhood of Cincinnati, OH. There are 4 other public schools located in West Price Hill.
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