Serving 1,743 students in grades 9-12, Westwood High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 54% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,743 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Westwood High serves the northwest part of Blythewood, SC, covering an area of approximately 45.9 square miles. Most families reside within a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.8 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Westwood High School's student population of 1,743 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,743 students
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Rise as One
School Rankings
Westwood High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westwood High School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#247 out of 1118 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
79%
31%
White
7%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.5%
25.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westwood High School's ranking?
Westwood High School is ranked #247 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Westwood High School often compared to?
Westwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blythewood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westwood High School?
The graduation rate of Westwood High School is 84%, which is equal to the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Westwood High School?
1,743 students attend Westwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Westwood High School students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westwood High School?
Westwood High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westwood High School offer ?
Westwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westwood High School part of?
Westwood High School is part of Richland 02 School District.
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