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Poway Unified School District

Westview High School

#3 in Best Public High Schools in San Diego Area
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • San Diego, CA
  • 588 reviews
    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      A
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      B+
    6. Health & Safety
      A+
    7. Administration
      A+
    8. Sports
      A
    9. Food
      B-
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C
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    Westview High School is a top rated, public school located in San Diego, CA. It has 2,352 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 27 to 1. According to state test scores, 70% of students are at least proficient in math and 80% in reading.
    Address
    13500 Camino Del Sur
    San Diego, CA 92129
    Telephone
    (858) 780-2000
    Website
    powayusd.com/schools/hs/wvhs/home

    Westview High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    80%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    70%
    Average Graduation Rate
    98%
    Average SAT
    1320
    556 responses
    Average ACT
    29
    235 responses
    AP Enrollment
    44%
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    Living in the Area
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      D+
    2. Good for Families
      A-
    3. Housing
      C-
    Area Feel
    Urban Suburban Mix
    Median Household Income
    $71,535
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,503
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $523,600
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A+
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    96%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.55 responses
    Poll
    84%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.55 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 144 responses
    Report
    • School dances
      17%
    • The Black Hole
      16%
    • Black Hole student spirit team, No Place for Hate
      14%
    • Unity week
      13%
    • Pep Rally
      12%
    • Senior crush list
      10%
    • Club Rush
      8%

    Students

    Diversity
    A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    2,352
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    10%
    93%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.58 responses
    81%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.58 responses
    81%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.58 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    27:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $85,141
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    18.8%
    65%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.80 responses
    79%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.80 responses
    78%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.80 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    B+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Average
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Average
    Expenses Per Student
    $11,921/ year
    National
    $12,239
    93%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.88 responses
    63%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.88 responses
    85%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.88 responses
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    Westview High School Reviews

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    Westview has incredible academics, facilities, band, athletics, newspaper, and school spirit. The campus is a little bare and colorless, but the staff and student body do a good job bringing joy and life to campus if you participate in the activities they put on frequently. There is a huge stigma of there being far too much academic pressure placed on students by faculty and peers, but honestly you get out what you put in. If you don't want to be in the elitist circle of Harvard pursuits, you definitely won't feel that depressing and dangerous pressure. I will say that it's split about half and half white kids and Asian kids, so there isn't much diversity, and the counselors really suck in the realm of college prep and general wellbeing counseling. But everyone these days had their own college counselor and therapist.
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    The teachers were super nice and many students connected with them. They really care about their students. Attending Westview made me feel confident and prepared for college since it's on the quarter system similar to the UC's. There are tons of clubs for everything, many of which give great volunteer opportunities. The athletics are pretty average overall. I played field hockey and softball. Field hockey was really good, but the softball program declined throughout my four years.
    The quality of education at this school are fantastic. The staff does a good job of preparing students for college. The sports teams are mostly decent. My only problem with the school (this is from personal experience, this may not apply to all who attend this school) is that I have witnessed countless instances of teachers showing very evident personal preference towards certain students to the point that poor behavior is almost rewarded.