West High School is a public high school located on the west side of Columbus, Ohio, in the Westgate neighborhood in the Hilltop area. It is a part of Columbus City Schools.
Serving 846 students in grades 9-12, West 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 846 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West High School's student population of 846 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
846 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Colors
Brown, Buff
School Rankings
West 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 West High School is 0.70, 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
#3059 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
36%
8%
Black
38%
17%
White
18%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Columbus City Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West High School's ranking?
West High School is ranked #3059 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are West High School often compared to?
West High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westerville-south High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of West High School?
The graduation rate of West High School is 65-69%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend West High School?
846 students attend West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of West High School students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West High School?
West High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does West High School offer ?
West High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West High School part of?
West High School is part of Columbus City Schools.
In what neighborhood is West High School located?
West High School is located in the Hilltop neighborhood of Columbus, OH. There are 23 other public schools located in Hilltop.
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