West High School
- Public
- ANCHORAGE, AK
Public School
West High School
- grade AOverall Grade
- Public
- 9-12
- ANCHORAGE, AK
- Rating 3.8 out of 5 323 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade B+
- Diversitygrade A+
- Teachersgrade B+
- College Prepgrade A
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade B
- Administrationgrade B minus
- Sportsgrade A+
- Foodgrade C+
- Resources & Facilitiesgrade C+
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
35%
Percent Proficient - Math
28%
Average Graduation Rate
94%
Average SAT
1250
304 responses
Average ACT
29
117 responses
AP Enrollment
12%
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- Cost of Livinggrade C
- Good for Familiesgrade A+
- Housinggrade B+
Median Household Income
$106,898
National
$69,021Median Rent
$1,539
National
$1,163Median Home Value
$356,728
National
$244,900Culture & Safety
Poll
81%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 31 responsesPoll
77%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 31 responsesStudents
Diversity
grade A+
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
1,752
Free or Reduced Lunch
46%
77%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 35 responses80%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 35 responses80%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 35 responsesTeachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
National
17:1Average Teacher Salary
No data available
Teachers in First/Second Year
5.6%
62%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 47 responses77%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 47 responses74%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 47 responsesClubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
grade B
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
High
Expenses Per Student
$16,238 / year
National
$12,23983%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 48 responses46%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 48 responses67%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 48 responsesSimilar Schools
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West High School Reviews
Rating 3.8 out of 5 323 reviews
West High School is one of the most diverse high schools in country and its real mix of lower and higher income students, which is an excellence environment for learning from others who do not have your same experiences. The teachers are kind and always care not only about your academic performance but also your well-being. The school has its issues with low budgets and a building that's a mishmash of new and old construction, meaning that maintenance and repairs are a constant. Despite these issues, the west high community is one I'm proud to be a part of. Go eagles!
This is definitely the best school in Alaska. (Most) of the teachers are great and the education is definitely top-notch. The sports, whether it be soccer, basketball, and football, have large home crowds. We have a TON of school spirit. There is also so much diversity; I believe we are the most diverse school in the state. It's just an amazing school, love it!
West High School is incredibly diverse. After I moved out of state I quickly realized not everywhere is like that, and I definitely miss it. The school does a good job of balancing the importance of academics, sports, and the arts. You will not have trouble finding your crowd here, as everything from theater to science has a niche group of friends. I do think administratively they have a few flaws, and they could do a bit more to protect their students both physically and mentally, but they overall try their best and my highschool experience wasn't hindered too much. There is lots of school spirit and pride here! I am extremely prideful of my alma mater and I think anyone who goes here is getting a fantastic, rounded education and life experience!