Serving 1,840 students in grades 9-12, West Ashley High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 48%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 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)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,840 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 10%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Ashley High School's student population of 1,840 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 114 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,840 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
114 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Ashley High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,095 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 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#123 out of 1095 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
48%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
12%
Black
40%
32%
White
46%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
77%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
60%
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 #123 out of 1,095 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% SC state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 48% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Ashley High School?
The graduation rate of West Ashley High School is 77%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 85%.
How many students attend West Ashley High School?
1,840 students attend West Ashley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of West Ashley High School students are White, 40% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Ashley High School?
West Ashley High School has a student ration of 16:1, 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.
School Reviews
5 8/26/2019
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