WEST HIGH SCHOOL
West High is a public high school that is part of the Waukesha School District school district, located in Waukesha, WI with about 1,172 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 63 teachers, West High has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.
Waukesha West High School, located at 3301 Saylesville Rd in Waukesha, Wisconsin, is a comprehensive public high school serving the School District of Waukesha. The school is known for fostering a rigorous academic environment while encouraging student involvement in a wide range of extracurricular activities. As a cornerstone of the community, West High emphasizes preparing its students for post-secondary success, whether that involves pursuing higher education, entering the workforce, or joining the military, by providing a curriculum that balances core academics with diverse elective opportunities.
Beyond the classroom, the school maintains a strong culture of school spirit and community engagement. Waukesha West offers an extensive array of athletics, arts programs, and student organizations that help students develop leadership skills and personal interests. By prioritizing both scholastic achievement and holistic development, the school strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where students are empowered to excel and contribute positively to the broader Waukesha area.
For more information, contact West High at (262) 970-3905 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Waukesha, WI 53189-6600
(262) 970-3905
http://www.waukesha.k12.wi.us
WEST HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Waukesha, WI with about 1,172 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Wisconsin
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Waukesha School District
- Total Students:
- 1,172
- Teachers:
- 63.86
- 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 1,172 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending WEST HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 83% of the student body.
- White
- 82.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 9.8%
- Asian
- 2.7%
- Black or African American
- 2.7%
- Two or more races
- 1.9%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 46.8%
- Male
- 53.2%
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.