Western Heights 9th Grade Center serves 248 students in grades 9.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 67%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Oklahoma state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 55% (majority Hispanic and American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western Heights 9th Grade Center ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Oklahoma for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Western Heights 9th Grade Center's student population of 248 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9
Total Students
248 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Western Heights 9th Grade Center is 0.72, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)50-54%
67%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
16:1
American Indian
4%
11%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
45%
20%
Black
19%
8%
White
17%
45%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
13%
13%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)<50%
80%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OK Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the graduation rate of Western Heights 9th Grade Center?
The graduation rate of Western Heights 9th Grade Center is 50%, which is lower than the Oklahoma state average of 80%.
How many students attend Western Heights 9th Grade Center?
248 students attend Western Heights 9th Grade Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Western Heights 9th Grade Center students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Western Heights 9th Grade Center?
Western Heights 9th Grade Center has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Oklahoma state average of 16:1.
What grades does Western Heights 9th Grade Center offer ?
Western Heights 9th Grade Center offers enrollment in grades 9
What school district is Western Heights 9th Grade Center part of?
Western Heights 9th Grade Center is part of Western Heights School District.
In what neighborhood is Western Heights 9th Grade Center located?
Western Heights 9th Grade Center is located in the Winds West neighborhood of Oklahoma City, OK. There are 3 other public schools located in Winds West.
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