WEST HIGH SCHOOL
West High is a public high school that is part of the Oshkosh Area School District school district, located in Oshkosh, WI with about 1,702 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 116 teachers, West High has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.
Oshkosh West High School, located at 375 N. Eagle St. in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, is a comprehensive public secondary school serving students in grades 9–12. As a major institution within the Oshkosh Area School District, the school is known for its commitment to providing a well-rounded educational experience that balances rigorous academics with a wide variety of extracurricular opportunities. The school’s curriculum is designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce.
Beyond the classroom, Oshkosh West plays a central role in the local community through its robust athletic programs, fine arts initiatives, and student-led organizations. The school fosters a culture of school spirit—often associated with the "Wildcat" mascot—and emphasizes character development alongside academic achievement. By utilizing the resources available through the Oshkosh Area School District, the school strives to create an inclusive environment that supports diverse learning styles and encourages students to engage actively in their own educational growth.
For more information, contact West High at (920) 424-4090 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Oshkosh, WI 54902-4224
(920) 424-4090
http://www.oshkosh.k12.wi.us
WEST HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Oshkosh, WI with about 1,702 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Wisconsin
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Oshkosh Area School District
- Total Students:
- 1,702
- Teachers:
- 116.1
- 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 1,702 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending WEST HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 87% of the student body.
- White
- 86.7%
- Asian
- 4.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 4.1%
- Two or more races
- 2.2%
- Black or African American
- 2.1%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 48.6%
- Male
- 51.4%
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.