Serving 1,935 students in grades 9-12, West Ashley High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,935 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Ashley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Ashley High School's student population of 1,935 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,935 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Ashley High School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Ashley High School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#78 out of 1154 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
13%
Black
39%
31%
White
46%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Ashley High School's ranking?
West Ashley High School is ranked #78 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are West Ashley High School often compared to?
West Ashley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wando High School, Baptist Hill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Ashley High School?
The graduation rate of West Ashley High School is 81%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend West Ashley High School?
1,935 students attend West Ashley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of West Ashley High School students are White, 39% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Ashley High School?
West Ashley High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does West Ashley High School offer ?
West Ashley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Ashley High School part of?
West Ashley High School is part of Charleston 01 School District.
In what neighborhood is West Ashley High School located?
West Ashley High School is located in the West Ashley neighborhood of Charleston, SC. There are 11 other public schools located in West Ashley.
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