West Ouachita High School

West Ouachita High School

Public High School | Grade 8-12
4061 Caples Rd,  West Monroe, LA
Ouachita Parish Public Schools
4.0
3.8
1,048 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mickey Merritt
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
1020
Average ACT Score
23
Math Proficiency
49%
Reading Proficiency
58%
Average GPA
3.6
Graduation Rate
89%

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.6
Reading Proficiency
58%
Math Proficiency
49%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
73
Full Time Teachers
73
Teachers in First or Second Year
11.4%
College Prep
Average SAT
1020
Math
500
Verbal
520
Average ACT
23
Math
21
English
24
Reading
24
Science
23
Number of AP Courses
5
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

English
11%
State Average
10%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
274:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.4%
Female
48.6%
White
90.6%
Black
5.6%
Two or more races
1.9%
Hispanic
1.5%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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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.
Louisiana Tech University 276 Students
University of Louisiana - Monroe 264 Students
Louisiana State University 128 Students
University of Louisiana at Lafayette 81 Students
Northwestern State University of Louisiana 78 Students
Louisiana Delta Community College 73 Students
Louisiana State University - Shreveport 34 Students
University of New Orleans 33 Students
Mississippi State University 32 Students
McNeese State University 32 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 59 Students
Psychology 37 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 33 Students
Biology 31 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 24 Students
Business 21 Students
Physical Therapy 15 Students
English 15 Students
Veterinary Sciences 15 Students
Radiologic Technician 13 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 104 Reviews
4.0 Senior
5/8/2024
I would like to see the dual enrollment classes to have teachers in all of the classes. Right now only the math classes are taught face to face. The other classes are online and it is extremely hard for students to learn with just an online class.
4.0 Alum
7/12/2023
My overall experience with West Ouachita High School was fairly well. The absolute best parts we're making new friends and the FFA program that our Ag department was apart in. The worst parts I would say is the bullying that happens in high school leading people to intuitive thoughts. I would absolutely love too see people end bullying and better people and for everyone to be treated equally. My experience in high school was not so bad I made good grades and did FFA throughout my junior year and also was doing high school rodeo to keep my busy. My best advice to give anyone going into West Ouachita is be yourself and never change for anyone and find the right friends.
4.0 Senior
2/26/2023
I attended West Ouachita high school for 3 years and it was a very welcoming environment with staff that went above and beyond to help you achieve your goals.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.8 4 Reviews
2.0 parent
3/1/2022
WOHS uses a ridiculous block schedule. In theory, the teachers should be teaching two lessons per day because the students see their teacher every other day. In reality, some teachers only teach a lesson if that and the students play on their phones or do whatever for the rest of the time. It’s sad...
5.0 parent
8/30/2012
Great school! The teachers are wonderful and they prepare the kids for the years to come.
3.0 parent
2/29/2012
The School as far as teachers is wonderful. I have only had a problem with the asst. principal she needs she learn how to talk to the children as we need to keep in mind they are teenagers and they live and learn from mistakes. Her being an adult and in her position she defintley doesn't know how to...
5.0 parent
4/15/2010

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West Ouachita High School is a public school for students in grades 8-12 in West Monroe, LA and is served by the Ouachita Parish Public Schools in Louisiana. The school has a total enrollment of 1,048 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 49% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 58% are proficient in reading. West Ouachita High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.6, the graduation rate is 89%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1020 and an ACT score of 23. Discover additional schools in the area, like Northeast Baptist School, Claiborne Christian School, Excelsior Christian School, and more. Learn more about what West Monroe has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near West Ouachita High School.

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