Serving 2,089 students in grades 9-12, Clovis West High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,089 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 31% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clovis West High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Clovis West High School's student population of 2,089 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 98 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,089 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
98 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clovis West High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clovis West High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1626 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
12%
Hispanic
48%
55%
Black
6%
5%
White
32%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clovis West High School's ranking?
Clovis West High School is ranked #1626 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Clovis West High School often compared to?
Clovis West High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clovis North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clovis West High School?
The graduation rate of Clovis West High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Clovis West High School?
2,089 students attend Clovis West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Clovis West High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clovis West High School?
Clovis West High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Clovis West High School offer ?
Clovis West High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Clovis West High School part of?
Clovis West High School is part of Clovis Unified School District.
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