West Hills High School

West Hills High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
8756 Mast Blvd,  Santee, CA
Grossmont Union High School District
3.9
3.1
1,730 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Robin Ballarin
Student Teacher Ratio
216:1
Average SAT Score
1190
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
39%
Reading Proficiency
68%
Average GPA
3.58
Graduation Rate
85%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A+
Teachers
A-
College Prep
B+
Administration
C-
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
B
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.58
Reading Proficiency
68%
Math Proficiency
39%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
216:1
Teachers
7
Full Time Teachers
7
Teachers in First or Second Year
0%
College Prep
Average SAT
1190
Math
590
Verbal
600
Average ACT
26
Math
25
English
27
Reading
27
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
14
AP Pass Rate
54.8%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
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Test Scores

Math
15.2%
State Average
17.9%
Science
4.5%
State Average
9.9%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
404:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.2%
Female
49.8%
White
53.6%
Hispanic
29.8%
Two or more races
7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
6.2%
Black
1.9%
Native American
1.2%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#110 Best Public HS Teachers in California
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
San Diego State University 522 Students
University of California - San Diego 325 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 249 Students
University of California - Irvine 179 Students
University of California - Berkeley 164 Students
University of San Diego 162 Students
Grossmont College 160 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara 135 Students
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo 135 Students
University of California - Davis 119 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 103 Students
Business 100 Students
Biology 98 Students
Nursing 69 Students
Mechanical Engineering 47 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 45 Students
Aerospace Engineering 44 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 40 Students
Computer Science 37 Students
Engineering 36 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 456 Reviews
5.0 Parent
4/19/2025
Great school and teachers. My son loves going to school and likes his teachers. Thanks to the Engeenering PATH program , my son decided to pursue a carrier in aerospace engeneering and is accepted in UCLA for the fall 25/26. A good proof that the edication in West Hills is on high level is how many of its kids were accepted to the top colleges in the states.
4.0 Junior
3/22/2024
The best part of my Highschool is that how many opportunities there are for me to get involved. My school's Key Club helped me figure out where places are wanting volunteers. The worst part of my experience is how much of a work load I have, I do take all honors and AP classes. The stress does build up but I'm the end I'm all caught up and have nothing to worry about. I would only like to see the work load decrease in classes such as math where there's homework every single day.
5.0 Freshman
12/15/2023
My overall experience as a freshman at West Hills High School has been great, and I hope others get to share the same experience or better in the high school years, and I am excited that I get to come back year for another semester, and three more years.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.1 20 Reviews
3.0 other
1/10/2025
West Hills has some great teacher and some amazing advanced placement classes. The problem i feel with this school is there athletic department. Especially the mens soccer. If you have a son that hopes to play at West Hills unless you are friends with the coaches or a child of a teacher dont bother...
5.0 parent
5/24/2023
Excellent school overall! Great teachers, students, and curriculum.
5.0 parent
9/13/2021
We have been so pleased with everything West Hills has to offer. The wide variety of classes (Honors, AP, College Prep) provide challenging, but realistic expectations to students who vary academically in different subjects. The many extracurricular sports and activities offer students with varying...
5.0 parent
6/20/2021
Great school! My children have had wonderful experiences with teachers, staff and coaches.

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West Hills High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Santee, CA and is served by the Grossmont Union High School District in California. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,730 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 216:1. Academic records show that 39% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 68% are proficient in reading. West Hills High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.58, the graduation rate is 85%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1190 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $907,974. Discover additional schools in the area, like Chaparral High School, Santana High School, Bright Horizon Academy, and more. Learn more about what Santee has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near West Hills High School.

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