Serving 2,137 students in grades 9-12, West High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,137 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in WI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Wisconsin for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
West High School's student population of 2,137 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 130 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,137 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
130 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,991 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West High School is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#401 out of 1991 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
38%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
23%
14%
Black
10%
9%
White
52%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West High School's ranking?
West High School is ranked #401 out of 1,991 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are West High School often compared to?
West High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Middleton High School, Vel Phillips Memorial High School, East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% WI state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of West High School?
The graduation rate of West High School is 93%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend West High School?
2,137 students attend West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of West High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West High School?
West High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
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 Madison Metropolitan School District.
In what neighborhood is West High School located?
West High School is located in the Regent neighborhood of Madison, WI. There are 1 other public schools located in Regent.
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