WEST HIGH SCHOOL

WEST HIGH is a public high school that is part of the PARKWAY C-2 school district, located in BALLWIN, MO with about 1,397 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 86 teachers, WEST HIGH has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Parkway WEST HIGH School, located in Ballwin, Missouri, is a highly regarded public secondary school serving the Parkway School District. Known for its academic excellence, the school consistently ranks among the top institutions in the state. It offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, specialized honors tracks, and robust elective programs in the arts, sciences, and technology, all designed to prepare students for success in higher education and beyond.

Beyond academics, Parkway West fosters a vibrant campus culture characterized by a strong sense of community and school spirit. The school supports a broad spectrum of extracurricular activities, ranging from competitive MSHSAA athletics to diverse student-led clubs, debate teams, and award-winning performing arts programs. By prioritizing both scholarly achievement and student well-being, Parkway West maintains a reputation for developing well-rounded individuals who are prepared to contribute positively to their local and global communities.

For more information, contact WEST HIGH at (314) 415-7500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

14653 CLAYTON RD
BALLWIN, MO 63011-2656
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WEST HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in BALLWIN, MO with about 1,397 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Missouri

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
PARKWAY C-2
Total Students:
1,397
Teachers:
86.61
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
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 1,397 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending WEST HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 72% of the student body.

White
71.9%
Asian
11.5%
Black or African American
10.1%
Hispanic/Latino
3.4%
Two or more races
3.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%

Female
48.9%
Male
51.1%

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.