Serving 1,763 students in grades 9-12, West High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Alaska for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Alaska state average of 29%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Alaska state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Alaska state average of 53% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,763 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Top 20% in AK)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alaska for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
West High School's student population of 1,763 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,763 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
West High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 459 schools in Alaska (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West High School is 0.81, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#245 out of 459 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
29%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
38%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
15:1
American Indian
9%
22%
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
15%
8%
Black
6%
2%
White
34%
47%
Hawaiian
11%
3%
Two or more races
13%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
78%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West High School's ranking?
West High School is ranked #245 out of 459 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alaska.
What schools are West High School often compared to?
West High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bettye Davis East Anchorage High School, Service High School, South Anchorage High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% AK state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 29% AK state average).
What is the graduation rate of West High School?
The graduation rate of West High School is 88%, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 78%.
How many students attend West High School?
1,763 students attend West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of West High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hawaiian, 9% of students are American Indian, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West High School?
West High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Alaska state average of 15:1.
What grades does West High School offer ?
West High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West High School part of?
West High School is part of Anchorage School District.
In what neighborhood is West High School located?
West High School is located in the Turnagain neighborhood of Anchorage, AK. There are 3 other public schools located in Turnagain.
School Reviews
5 12/11/2012
I love this school as a student here, and im sad to be leaving...go EAGLES!
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