WESTWOOD HIGH SCHOOL

Westwood High School is a public high school that is part of the Campbell County School District #1 school district, located in Gillette, WY with about 141 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 12th Grade. With about 18 teachers, Westwood High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 7:1. 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 7 Opportunity Spur in Gillette, Wyoming, operates as an alternative secondary education facility within the Campbell County School District. The school is specifically designed to provide a flexible and supportive learning environment for students who may benefit from a non-traditional educational path. By offering smaller class sizes and a personalized approach to instruction, Westwood aims to help students overcome academic or personal challenges, meet graduation requirements, and successfully prepare for their future careers or post-secondary education.

The school emphasizes a student-centered culture that prioritizes individual growth, accountability, and community. By fostering a close-knit atmosphere, the faculty at Westwood works to build strong relationships with students, helping them regain momentum in their studies and develop the essential life skills necessary for success beyond high school. Through its commitment to meeting diverse student needs, the school serves as a vital resource for the Gillette community, ensuring that all learners have the opportunity to earn their diplomas in an inclusive and focused setting.

For more information, contact Westwood High School at (307) 682-9809 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

7 Opportunity Spur
Gillette, WY 82718
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WESTWOOD HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Gillette, WY with about 141 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Wyoming

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
141
Teachers:
18.9
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:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 141 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending WESTWOOD HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 87% of the student body.

White
87.2%
Hispanic/Latino
7.8%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.4%
Black or African American
1.4%
Asian
0.7%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.7%
Two or more races
0.7%

Female
46.1%
Male
53.9%

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.