Serving 1,704 students in grades 9-12, Western 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 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is equal to the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is lower than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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: 1,704 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Western High School's student population of 1,704 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,704 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Western 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 Western High School is 0.41, 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
#5985 out of 9602 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
12%
Hispanic
76%
55%
Black
3%
5%
White
7%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western High School's ranking?
Western High School is ranked #5985 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are Western High School often compared to?
Western High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cypress High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Western High School?
The graduation rate of Western High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Western High School?
1,704 students attend Western High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Western High School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Western High School?
Western High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is lower than the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Western High School offer ?
Western High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Western High School part of?
Western High School is part of Anaheim Union High School District.
In what neighborhood is Western High School located?
Western High School is located in the Southwest Anaheim neighborhood of Anaheim, CA. There are 14 other public schools located in Southwest Anaheim.
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