WEST HIGH SCHOOL
West High is a Title I public high school that is part of the Appleton Area School District school district, located in Appleton, WI with about 1,151 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 72 teachers, West High has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.
Appleton West High School, located at 610 N. Badger Avenue, is one of the three main public high schools serving the Appleton Area School District in Appleton, Wisconsin. As part of a district known for its diverse academic offerings and commitment to community engagement, West High provides a comprehensive educational experience that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, career-technical education pathways, and elective programs designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce.
The school is well-regarded for its vibrant extracurricular culture, boasting a strong tradition in athletics, performing arts, and various student-led clubs. Housed in a facility that has undergone historical renovations to preserve its character while modernizing its learning spaces, West High fosters a supportive environment that emphasizes academic rigor and personal growth. For more information regarding school events, district policies, or specific curriculum details, you can visit their official website at [www.aasd.k12.wi.us](http://www.aasd.k12.wi.us).
For more information, contact West High at (920) 832-6219 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Appleton, WI 54914-4198
(920) 832-6219
http://www.aasd.k12.wi.us
WEST HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Appleton, WI with about 1,151 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Wisconsin
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Appleton Area School District
- Total Students:
- 1,151
- Teachers:
- 72.21
- 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
- Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
- 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 1,151 students
- White
- 65.7%
- Asian
- 12.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 10.3%
- Black or African American
- 7.9%
- Two or more races
- 2.0%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 1.0%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.3%
- Female
- 46.5%
- Male
- 53.5%
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.