Serving 1,684 students in grades 9-12, Westwood High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,684 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Westwood High School's student population of 1,684 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,684 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westwood High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,154 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westwood High School is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#244 out of 1154 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
8%
13%
Black
77%
31%
White
9%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westwood High School's ranking?
Westwood High School is ranked #244 out of 1,154 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Westwood High School often compared to?
Westwood High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Blythewood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% SC state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westwood High School?
The graduation rate of Westwood High School is 79%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Westwood High School?
1,684 students attend Westwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Westwood High School students are Black, 9% of students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westwood High School?
Westwood High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westwood High School offer ?
Westwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Westwood High School part of?
Westwood High School is part of Richland 02 School District.
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