Westlake High School is a public high school located in Saratoga Springs, Utah, United States. It is part of Utah County's Alpine School District. The school first opened in 2009, serving students in grades 9 to 12.
Serving 3,052 students in grades 10-12, Westlake High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Utah state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 31% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 3,052 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 5% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Westlake High serves the west part of Saratoga Springs, UT, covering an expansive attendance area of approximately 323.7 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.6 miles from the school to the zone's edge, extending up to 23.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westlake High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Westlake High School's student population of 3,052 students has grown by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 116 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
3,052 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
116 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2009
Campus Size
73.207 acres (29.626 ha)
School Rankings
Westlake High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 957 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westlake High School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.48. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#554 out of 957 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)48%
43%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
21:1
Showing 2012–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
21%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
69%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
88.3%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
26.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
23%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold, Carolina blue
School Mascot
Thor, The God Of Thunder
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westlake High School's ranking?
Westlake High School is ranked #554 out of 957 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Westlake High School often compared to?
Westlake High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% UT state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westlake High School?
The graduation rate of Westlake High School is 96%, which is higher than the Utah state average of 88.3%.
How many students attend Westlake High School?
3,052 students attend Westlake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Westlake High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hawaiian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westlake High School?
Westlake High School has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 21:1.
What grades does Westlake High School offer ?
Westlake High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Westlake High School part of?
Westlake High School is part of Alpine School District.
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