WEST LIMESTONE HIGH SCHOOL

West Limestone High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Limestone County school district, located in Lester, AL with about 798 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 42 teachers, West Limestone High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

West Limestone High School, located in the rural community of Lester, Alabama, serves as a central hub for education in Limestone County. As a comprehensive public secondary school, it provides academic instruction for students in grades 9 through 12, fostering a close-knit environment that reflects the values of its surrounding community. The school is dedicated to preparing students for life after graduation, whether that path leads to higher education, technical training, or the workforce, by offering a blend of core academic curricula and various extracurricular opportunities.

Beyond its academic offerings, West Limestone High School is known for its active school spirit and strong emphasis on student involvement. The school supports a variety of athletic programs, clubs, and organizations that encourage personal development, leadership, and teamwork among the student body. With a focus on both individual achievement and community engagement, the school strives to maintain a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to reach their full potential while staying connected to the traditions and heritage of the Lester area.

For more information, contact West Limestone High School at (256) 233-6687 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

10945 School House Rd
Lester, AL 35647-3635
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WEST LIMESTONE HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Lester, AL with about 798 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Alabama

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Limestone County
Total Students:
798
Teachers:
42.22
NSLP Status:1
No
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 798 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending WEST LIMESTONE HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 83% of the student body.

White
83.3%
Hispanic/Latino
11.9%
Black or African American
3.1%
Two or more races
0.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%
Asian
0.3%

Female
49.0%
Male
51.0%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.