WESTWOOD HIGH SCHOOL
Westwood High is a public high school that is part of the Richland 02 school district, located in Blythewood, SC with about 1,476 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 91 teachers, Westwood 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.
Westwood High School, located at 180 Turkey Farm Road in Blythewood, South Carolina, is a public secondary school serving the Richland School District Two community. The school is known for its modern facilities and a diverse academic environment that focuses on preparing students for post-secondary success through a variety of core curricula, Advanced Placement (AP) courses, and elective programs. As part of a growing suburban area, Westwood plays a central role in the local community, fostering a culture of student involvement through its numerous athletic teams, clubs, and extracurricular activities.
Beyond its academic offerings, Westwood High School emphasizes a comprehensive approach to student development, prioritizing both technological integration and character building. The school utilizes a "Redhawk" identity to promote school spirit and unity among its student body. By focusing on critical thinking, collaboration, and civic engagement, the institution aims to equip its graduates with the necessary skills to navigate the challenges of higher education and the modern workforce, making it a focal point of educational life in the Blythewood region.
For more information, contact Westwood High at (803) 691-4049 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Blythewood, SC 29016
(803) 691-4049
WESTWOOD HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Blythewood, SC with about 1,476 enrolled students. See other public high schools in South Carolina
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Magnet school:
- Yes
- District:
- Richland 02
- Total Students:
- 1,476
- Teachers:
- 91.8
- 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:
- Supplemental Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 1,476 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending WESTWOOD HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly Black or African American, representing about 77% of the student body.
- Black or African American
- 77.3%
- White
- 13.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 6.1%
- Two or more races
- 2.7%
- Asian
- 0.5%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Female
- 47.2%
- Male
- 52.8%
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.