Serving 477 students in grades 7-12, West Union High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Ohio state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Union High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
West Union High School's student population of 477 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Union High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Union High School is 0.06, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2437 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
3%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
n/a
17%
White
97%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- West Union High School is a public high school located in West Union, Ohio. It is one of 4 high schools in the Adams County/Ohio Valley School District.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Union High School's ranking?
West Union High School is ranked #2437 out of 3,241 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are West Union High School often compared to?
West Union High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peebles High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% OH state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Union High School?
The graduation rate of West Union High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend West Union High School?
477 students attend West Union High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of West Union High School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Union High School?
West Union High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does West Union High School offer ?
West Union High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is West Union High School part of?
West Union High School is part of Adams County Ohio Valley Local School District.
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