West High School

1,478 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

West High School, located on Sutherland Avenue in Knoxville, Tennessee, is a prominent public secondary school serving the students of the Knox County School District. As a staple of the Knoxville community, the school is known for its strong emphasis on both academic achievement and extracurricular engagement. It offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses and specialized programs designed to prepare students for success in higher education and the workforce.

Beyond the classroom, West High School boasts a vibrant school culture characterized by a deep sense of tradition and school spirit. The campus supports a wide variety of student organizations, competitive athletic programs, and fine arts opportunities, all of which contribute to a well-rounded educational experience. With its central location and commitment to fostering student growth, West High remains a significant institution for families in the Knoxville area looking for a supportive and academically rigorous high school environment.

1,478

Total Students

87.6

Full-Time Teachers

16.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

N/A

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for West High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	859
Hispanic	196
Black	302
Asian	27
Two or More	93
Pacific Islander	1

White
859 (58.1 %)
Black
302 (20.4 %)
Hispanic
196 (13.3 %)
Two or More
93 (6.3 %)
Asian
27 (1.8 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.1 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Knox County
Phone:	(865)594-4477
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,478
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	87.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	16.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	0
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* 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 9 371

Grade 10 412

Grade 11 382

Grade 12 313