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West High School

375 N Eagle St
Oshkosh, WI 54902
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Oshkosh West High School is a public high school in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, and part of the Oshkosh Area School District. As of 2019, the school has 1,691 students in grades 9 through 12.
Serving 1,669 students in grades 9-12, West High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Wisconsin for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 38%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Wisconsin state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Wisconsin state average of 33% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,669 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : 91% (Top 50% in WI)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • : 47% (Top 30%)
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

School Overview

West High School's student population of 1,669 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,669 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Year Founded
1969
Colors
White, Royal blue
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Respect Responsibility Safety

School Rankings

West High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,962 schools in Wisconsin (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West High School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (WI)
#816 out of 1962 schools
(Top 50%)
36%
40%
47%
38%
34%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
4%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
4%
9%
White
77%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.40
91%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Wildcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is West High School's ranking?
West High School is ranked #816 out of 1,962 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Wisconsin.
What schools are West High School often compared to?
West High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WI state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 38% WI state average).
What is the graduation rate of West High School?
The graduation rate of West High School is 91%, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 90%.
How many students attend West High School?
1,669 students attend West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of West High School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West High School?
West High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Wisconsin state average of 13:1.
What grades does West High School offer ?
West High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West High School part of?
West High School is part of Oshkosh Area School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,669 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : 91% (Top 50%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 36% (Btm 50%)
  • : 47% (Top 30%)
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WI Dept. of Education

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