West Seattle High School

West Seattle High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
3000 California Ave SW,  Seattle, WA
North Admiral Neighborhood
Seattle Public Schools
3.6
4.0
1,029 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Ruth Medsker
Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Average SAT Score
1250
Average ACT Score
30
Math Proficiency
57%
Reading Proficiency
87%
Average GPA
3.62
Graduation Rate
92%

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.62
Reading Proficiency
87%
Math Proficiency
57%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
22:1
Teachers
63
Full Time Teachers
63
Teachers in First or Second Year
7.8%
College Prep
Average SAT
1250
Math
620
Verbal
640
Average ACT
30
Math
27
English
31
Reading
32
Science
29
Number of AP Courses
14
AP Pass Rate
51.6%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

8
Test Scores
4
Equity
6
College Readiness
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
56.9%
State Average
41.7%
Science
51.5%
State Average
49.7%
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
381:1

Student Diversity

Male
53.5%
Female
44.7%
White
64.7%
Hispanic
11.7%
Two or more races
11.5%
Black
4.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
4.7%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

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.
University of Washington 546 Students
Western Washington University 291 Students
Washington State University 250 Students
University of Oregon 156 Students
Seattle University 155 Students
Oregon State University 141 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara 121 Students
Portland State University 111 Students
New York University 100 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 99 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 167 Students
Psychology 117 Students
Biology 93 Students
Environmental Science 65 Students
Political Science and Government 58 Students
Nursing 56 Students
Computer Science 46 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 45 Students
Engineering 40 Students
Pre-Law Studies 38 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 185 Reviews
4.0 Senior
12/6/2024
West Seattle Highschool is a well rounded place with certain helpful teachers who help out and understand students but the school lacks diversity. I would like to see more school spirit, more funding towards girls sports and actually take input from student voices.
3.0 Senior
10/14/2024
It's a good high schools experience, But as a mixed person, it's was hard to find people to connect with and find a culture of people you can call friends. Most people where white and create this hierarchy or if you don't party your weak and to find valid friends was impossible. But I got good grades and connected with some connecting.
4.0 Senior
9/7/2024
I like West Seattle High School because the teachers are kind and mostly engaging, and I have had a good experience with the students as well.
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4.0 13 Reviews
4.0 student
10/30/2025
I feel very included at this school. I am interested in most classes, and they are engaging. I've made many friends, and I like most of the teachers that have taught me. The counselors are wonderful, and I feel safe there. :)
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1.0 student
8/8/2023
This school was not a good experience for me. I didn’t feel welcome as a religious person, I’m a Muslim and pray 5 times a day and it was very hard praying at school .I also didn’t feel comfortable of this environment learning was very poor and stressing and there were a lot of drugs in the bathroom...
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5.0 parent
5/24/2020
Outstanding. My closest relative graduated four years ago, to gain acceptance to Mount Holyoke then Columbia University. Her teachers were exceedingly supportive of her every endeavor, and if it were not for the stellar education at West Seattle High School, she never would have made it to the Ivy L...
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1.0 parent
9/5/2019
Complete lack of resources, communication with parents, leadership, and subpar teaching staff.
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West Seattle High School

West Seattle High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Seattle, WA and is served by the Seattle Public Schools in Washington. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,029 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 22:1. Academic records show that 57% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 87% are proficient in reading. West Seattle High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.62, the graduation rate is 92%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1250 and an ACT score of 30. The average home value in this area is $1,223,548. Discover additional schools in the area, like The Northwest School, Puget Sound Community School, Seattle Academy, and more. Learn more about what Seattle has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near West Seattle High School.

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