West High School

West High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
3301 Saylesville Rd,  Waukesha, WI
School District of Waukesha
3.6
3.5
1,192 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Average SAT Score
1160
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
38%
Reading Proficiency
48%
Average GPA
3.51
Graduation Rate
97%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A
Teachers
B
College Prep
B
Administration
B-
Resources/Facilities
B+
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
B-
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.51
Reading Proficiency
48%
Math Proficiency
38%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
66
Full Time Teachers
66
Part Time Teachers
0
Teachers in First or Second Year
8%
College Prep
Average SAT
1160
Math
570
Verbal
590
Average ACT
26
Math
25
English
26
Reading
27
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
28
AP Pass Rate
62.7%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
398:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.8%
Female
49.2%
White
76.7%
Hispanic
12.4%
Two or more races
3.8%
Black
3.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
3.1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Wisconsin-Madison 151 Students
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee 115 Students
University of Minnesota Twin Cities 85 Students
Carroll University 72 Students
University of Wisconsin - Whitewater 62 Students
University of Wisconsin - La Crosse 57 Students
Marquette University 45 Students
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire 37 Students
University of Iowa 35 Students
University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh 31 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 48 Students
Nursing 48 Students
Psychology 41 Students
Biology 27 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 26 Students
Marketing 21 Students
Computer Science 17 Students
Political Science and Government 16 Students
Physical Therapy 16 Students
Education 15 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 234 Reviews
5.0 Parent
7/20/2025
My daughter has enjoyed her time at Waukesha West both in the classroom and in sports. As parents we have never had an issue with communication from admins or staff, they have an open door policy that we appreciate. Our daughters education is just as important to them as it is to us. We really feel like the Waukesha West Family stand behind eachother.
5.0 Parent
6/3/2025
I have had children in all 3 high schools in the Waukesha School District. We have really loved West. The administration and teachers have been great with communication and being professional. Our daughter is able to get the help she needs. I also have to say when I have emailed anyone they get right back to me and provide me with an answer.
4.0 Junior
1/23/2024
Waukesha West High school is my current high school. It is pretty average by all means, but the opportunities it offers here, in excellent arts and music programs, accelerated academic classes, and career pathways allowing hands-on experience offered through schools, are all very special and a huge driver towards allowing its students to succeed.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.5 8 Reviews
5.0 student
3/27/2017
School is jam-packed with very kind and accepting people, and the academic and social atmospheres are great!
5.0 student
2/12/2014
It's extremely accepting and welcoming to new students, the teachers are entertaining and really know how to teach the material in ways you'll remember it.
1.0 parent
1/5/2014
This school does not prepare students for academic success after high school. My son got A's in his AP classes and did very poorly in the same subjects (intro level) in college. His fellow graduates that were 3.5 or higher grade point average are struggling and some have dropped out of college after...
4.0 student
11/23/2011
I'm currently a junior at Waukesha West and things have gotten better now that we have a new principal. So far, I've really enjoyed the experience, especially my freshman and sophomore years. Naturally, junior year is much harder and stressful. Therefore, I haven't been enjoying this year all that m...

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West High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Waukesha, WI, in the Waukesha neighborhood, and is served by the School District of Waukesha in Wisconsin. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,192 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. Academic records show that 38% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 48% are proficient in reading. West High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 9 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.51, the graduation rate is 97%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1160 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $362,060. Discover additional schools in the area, like Waukesha Christian Academy, Rose Glen Elementary School, Prairie Elementary School, and more. Learn more about what Waukesha has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near West High School.

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