West High School, also known as Knoxville West High School, is a public high school in the Knox County school district located at 3300 Sutherland Avenue in Knoxville, Tennessee. The feeder schools are Bearden Middle, Northwest Middle, and West Valley Middle.
Serving 1,509 students in grades 9-12, West High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,509 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Btm 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
West High School's student population of 1,509 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,509 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Year Founded
1951
Colors
Red, Navy Blue
School Rankings
West High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West High School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#628 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
13%
15%
Black
21%
21%
White
58%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rebels
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West High School's ranking?
West High School is ranked #628 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are West High School often compared to?
West High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bearden High School, Hardin Valley Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN 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 Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend West High School?
1,509 students attend West High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of West High School students are White, 21% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West High School?
West High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
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 Knox County School District.
In what neighborhood is West High School located?
West High School is located in the Marble City neighborhood of Knoxville, TN. There are 2 other public schools located in Marble City.
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