A.G. West Black Hills High School
- Public
- TUMWATER, WA
Public School
A.G. West Black Hills High School
- grade B+Overall Grade
- Public
- 9-12
- TUMWATER, WA
- Rating 3.55 out of 5 195 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade B
- Diversitygrade B+
- Teachersgrade A minus
- College Prepgrade B
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade C
- Administrationgrade B minus
- Sportsgrade B
- Foodgrade B minus
- Resources & Facilitiesgrade C+
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A.G. West Black Hills High School Rankings
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
80%
Percent Proficient - Math
44%
Average Graduation Rate
92%
Average SAT
1220
119 responses
Average ACT
28
28 responses
AP Enrollment
22%
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- Cost of Livinggrade D+
- Good for Familiesgrade B+
- Housinggrade C minus
Median Household Income
$81,501
National
$69,021Median Rent
$1,373
National
$1,163Median Home Value
$344,700
National
$244,900Culture & Safety
Poll
95%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 19 responsesPoll
79%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 19 responsesStudents
Diversity
grade B+
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
856
Free or Reduced Lunch
30%
88%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 25 responses72%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 25 responses80%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 25 responsesTeachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
National
17:1Average Teacher Salary
$67,240
Teachers in First/Second Year
4.8%
65%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 31 responses77%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 31 responses61%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 31 responsesClubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
grade C
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
High
Expenses Per Student
$19,586 / year
National
$12,23978%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 32 responses38%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 32 responses47%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 32 responsesSimilar Schools
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A.G. West Black Hills High School Reviews
Rating 3.55 out of 5 195 reviews
During my time at Black hills high school I have come to several conclusions about the staff and students, the staff are wonderful and genuinely want to support their students, they do this by staying after school to assist students, provide extra time for work. The Counselors are semi difficult to get a hold of, you email them for an appointment and if they aren’t at the middle school or helping seniors you will then get assistance. The students there are usually kind and stay in their own cliches, but the school is conservative and slurs are regularly heard being said between friends who can’t reclaim them. The school itself provides sports throughout the year and theater, and overall school life is very happy and it’s clear that almost all students love to go to dances, or assemblies.
Black Hills is an amazing school to attend! I transferred to Black Hills my Jr. year and it was the best decision I ever made. The teachers and staff make you feel incredibly welcomed and supported! I play Varsity football, sing in Chamber choir and am very involved with the Drama dept.(where we are very fortunate to have a new performing arts center.) All incredible programs with very dedicated and talented coaches and instructors. Although we have been remote learning for the past year, (anxious to get back!) our teachers, principal and coaches have all done the very best they can in keeping spirits up even though we are missing valuable time and as a senior it has been tough.
The community of parents and their involvement also deserve mention. They look out for the students even if they are not their own. It takes everyone working together to enable a great school. We are very fortunate to have all the pieces that complete the puzzle.
Black Hills is a very special place.
The community of parents and their involvement also deserve mention. They look out for the students even if they are not their own. It takes everyone working together to enable a great school. We are very fortunate to have all the pieces that complete the puzzle.
Black Hills is a very special place.
Black Hills High School does what it can - even with low funding and lacking facilities, the teachers and administration care for their students and try their best to support them throughout their high school experience and beyond. However, Black Hills is still a smaller school. It does not have the same amenities or resources that larger schools boast, and can rarely compete in athletics or academic competitions. But small schools also maintain a few positives. Students are able to connect with their peers on a much more personal level, and often will know everyone else in their grade and those above or below them. Teachers are able to recognize and give more one-on-one, personalized attention to struggling students. They can connect with their students in order to create a more welcoming school environment. Overall, Black Hills suffers from the pros and cons that come with a smaller, semi-rural school, but the staff and students often make up for any lacking areas.