Serving 1,898 students in grades 9-12, West Valley High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,898 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Valley High School's student population of 1,898 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,898 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Valley High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Valley High School is 0.50, which is less 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
#7415 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
12%
Hispanic
69%
55%
Black
10%
5%
White
13%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Valley High School's ranking?
West Valley High School is ranked #7415 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are West Valley High School often compared to?
West Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beaumont Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Valley High School?
The graduation rate of West Valley High School is 90%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Valley High School?
1,898 students attend West Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of West Valley High School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Valley High School?
West Valley High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does West Valley High School offer ?
West Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Valley High School part of?
West Valley High School is part of Hemet Unified School District.
School Reviews
4 1/17/2018
Our daughter graduated in 1999 and excelled in every aspect. Teachers were great and the academia met all our high standards . She graduated with honors, and ended up in a prestigious university back East.
2 9/1/2015
Child attends special Ed at campus...Not happy with special ed staff I feel they failed in the care of my child. Currently looking for different educational alternatives. Don't feel good with her on that campus. Very disappointed.
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