Westlake High School

2,461 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Westlake High School, located in the Sandtown area of southwest Atlanta, is a prominent secondary institution within the Fulton County School System. Known for its distinct architectural campus and diverse student body, the school serves a large community and places a significant emphasis on college and career readiness. It offers a comprehensive academic curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, dual enrollment opportunities, and various career-technical education pathways designed to prepare students for life after graduation.

Beyond academics, Westlake is widely recognized for its robust extracurricular programs, particularly its highly successful athletics and fine arts departments. The school’s athletic programs frequently compete at high levels within the Georgia High School Association (GHSA), and its performing arts groups—including its award-winning band and choral programs—are staples of the local community. By fostering a culture of school spirit and competitive excellence, Westlake High School remains a central hub for student development and community engagement in the Atlanta area.

2,461

Total Students

118.6

Full-Time Teachers

20.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

40.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Westlake High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	6
Hispanic	87
Black	2,295
Asian	10
Two or More	59
American Indian	4

Black
2,295 (93.3 %)
Hispanic
87 (3.5 %)
Two or More
59 (2.4 %)
Asian
10 (0.4 %)
White
6 (0.2 %)
American Indian
4 (0.2 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Fulton County
Phone:	(470)254-6400
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	2,461
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	118.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	20.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	851
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	152

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 729

Grade 10 633

Grade 11 553

Grade 12 546