Westside High School is a consolidated regional high school in Clear Fork, West Virginia serving the western half of Wyoming County, West Virginia.
Serving 509 students in grades 9-12, Westside High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in West Virginia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the West Virginia state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 13% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in WV)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Westside High School serves the northwest part of Clear Fork, WV, covering an attendance area of approximately 239.5 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 16.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westside High School's student population of 509 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
509 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2002
School Motto
Inspiring Our Students to Learn, Dream, and Achieve!
School Rankings
Westside High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 617 schools in West Virginia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westside High School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.23. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#533 out of 617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
3%
White
98%
87%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
92.6%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.7%
33.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
50%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Renegade
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WV Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westside High School's ranking?
Westside High School is ranked #533 out of 617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in West Virginia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% WV state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% WV state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westside High School?
The graduation rate of Westside High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the West Virginia state average of 92.6%.
How many students attend Westside High School?
509 students attend Westside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Westside High School students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westside High School?
Westside High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the West Virginia state average of 13:1.
What grades does Westside High School offer ?
Westside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westside High School part of?
Westside High School is part of Wyoming County Schools.
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