Serving 2,659 students in grades 10-12, Westlake High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Utah for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is equal to the Utah state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Utah state average of 43%).
The student:teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Utah state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Utah state average of 29% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 2,659 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in UT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westlake High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Utah for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Westlake High School's student population of 2,659 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
Total Students
2,659 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westlake High School ranks within the top 50% of all 975 schools in Utah (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westlake High School is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#393 out of 975 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)48%
43%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40%
45%
Student : Teacher Ratio
27:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
13%
20%
Black
1%
1%
White
79%
71%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
23%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), UT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westlake High School's ranking?
Westlake High School is ranked #393 out of 975 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Utah.
What schools are Westlake High School often compared to?
Westlake High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cedar Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% UT state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% UT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westlake High School?
The graduation rate of Westlake High School is 97%, which is higher than the Utah state average of 88%.
How many students attend Westlake High School?
2,659 students attend Westlake High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Westlake High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westlake High School?
Westlake High School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Utah state average of 22:1.
What grades does Westlake High School offer ?
Westlake High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12
What school district is Westlake High School part of?
Westlake High School is part of Alpine School District.
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