Westover Comprehensive High School is a public high school located in Albany, Georgia, United States.
Serving 1,234 students in grades 9-12, Westover High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia 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 Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,234 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westover High School's student population of 1,234 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,234 students
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westover High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westover High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1404 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
3%
20%
Black
91%
36%
White
3%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Dougherty County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Patriot
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westover High School's ranking?
Westover High School is ranked #1404 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Westover High School often compared to?
Westover High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dougherty Comprehensive High School, Monroe 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 39% GA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westover High School?
The graduation rate of Westover High School is 93%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Westover High School?
1,234 students attend Westover High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Westover High School students are Black, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westover High School?
Westover High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westover High School offer ?
Westover High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westover High School part of?
Westover High School is part of Dougherty County School District.
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