Westerville-South High School
1,512 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Westerville South High School, located in Westerville, Ohio, is a prominent public secondary institution serving the diverse needs of the local community. As one of the three high schools in the Westerville City School District, it has built a long-standing reputation for maintaining a rigorous academic environment balanced with a strong emphasis on extracurricular engagement. The school is well-regarded for its commitment to college and career readiness, offering a broad range of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, vocational training, and specialized elective programs designed to challenge students and prepare them for post-secondary success.
Beyond the classroom, Westerville South is perhaps best known for its vibrant "Wildcat" spirit and robust athletic and arts programs. The school fosters a inclusive culture that encourages student involvement in a wide variety of clubs, performing arts, and competitive sports, which helps to create a strong sense of school identity and community pride. With a central location on South Otterbein Avenue, the school remains a focal point for the city of Westerville, continuously striving to provide a supportive, modern, and high-achieving educational experience for its diverse student body.
Beyond the classroom, Westerville South is perhaps best known for its vibrant "Wildcat" spirit and robust athletic and arts programs. The school fosters a inclusive culture that encourages student involvement in a wide variety of clubs, performing arts, and competitive sports, which helps to create a strong sense of school identity and community pride. With a central location on South Otterbein Avenue, the school remains a focal point for the city of Westerville, continuously striving to provide a supportive, modern, and high-achieving educational experience for its diverse student body.
1,512
Total Students
91.2
Full-Time Teachers
16.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
49.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 706 |
| Hispanic | 135 |
| Black | 468 |
| Asian | 67 |
| Two or More | 136 |
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White706 (46.7 %)
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Black468 (31.0 %)
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Two or More136 (9.0 %)
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Hispanic135 (8.9 %)
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Asian67 (4.4 %)
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: | Westerville City |
| Phone: | (614)797-6000 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,512 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 91.2 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 602 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 144 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
419
Grade 10
409
Grade 11
338
Grade 12
346
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 419 |
| Grade 10 | 409 |
| Grade 11 | 338 |
| Grade 12 | 346 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 761 | 50.3% |
| Male | 751 | 49.7% |
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