Serving 1,840 students in grades 9-12, 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 49% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,840 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
West High School's student population of 1,840 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,840 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
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 West High School is 0.74, 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
#1509 out of 9602 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
39%
12%
Hispanic
24%
55%
Black
5%
5%
White
22%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West High School's ranking?
West High School is ranked #1509 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are West High School often compared to?
West High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North High School, South High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West High School?
The graduation rate of West High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend West High School?
1,840 students attend West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of West High School students are Asian, 24% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West High School?
West High School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does West High School offer ?
West High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West High School part of?
West High School is part of Torrance Unified School District.
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