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#91 of 3,440 schools in OH

Top 3% in state

Westlake High School

High School · Westlake City

27830 Hilliard Blvd, Westlake, OH 44145

Enrollment

1,063

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

8.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Westlake

#2 of 5

public schools

Ohio high schools

#18 of 886

In district

#2 of 4

Westlake City

Academic performance

8.5 / 10

Exceptional

About Westlake High School

Westlake High School is a public high school in Westlake, OH, part of the Westlake City. The school serves approximately 1,063 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 15.2:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.8/10, placing it in the 97.4th percentile among OH schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 60% proficiency in math and 84% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.5/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $110,101, where 58% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

What's said publicly about Westlake High School

Sources: Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Westlake High School is a public high school located in Westlake, Ohio, United States, situated west of Cleveland 1 . It serves as the only high school within the Westlake City Schools District 1 . The school's athletic teams are known as the Demons 1 . These teams compete as members of the Ohio High School Athletic Association and participate in the Cleveland West Conference 1 .
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Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-3.5 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56%
Reading/ELA Proficiency81%
Overall Proficiency69%
Expected (poverty-adj.)49%
vs. Expected+19.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile78th
College Readiness9.9Exceptional30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation29.9%
IB ProgramYes
Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$16,964

Westlake High School — Students at Westlake High School score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

23%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores OH EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 60.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 84.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from OH state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
64%
ELA
87%
2021*
Math
56%
ELA
81%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.9/10.

How Westlake High School Compares

See how Westlake High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
97th percentile in OH
Academic
8.5/10
8.5/10
Growth
7.9/10
Above average
Environment
8.5/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
23%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
70 teachers

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs IB Programme
29.9% participation·37 IB enrolled·CRDC 2020-21

Data as of 2020-21 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

27830 Hilliard Blvd, Westlake, OH 44145

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Westlake High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Bay High School (rated 9.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Bay Village), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, North Olmsted High School (rated 5.9/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby North Olmsted), a more accessible option. For more schools in Westlake, see our Westlake schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL Westlake 0.3 mi 7.3
Dover Intermediate School Westlake 0.5 mi 7.4
Lee Burneson Middle School Westlake 0.5 mi 8.8
MONTESSORI CHILDREN'S SCHOOL Westlake 0.7 mi
THE NEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Westlake 0.8 mi
Westlake Elementary School Westlake 1.0 mi 7.8
Westlake Academy Westlake 0.8 mi 7.7
WESTSHORE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Westlake 1.0 mi
ST RAPHAEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Village 1.5 mi 4.8
Bay Middle School Bay Village 1.6 mi 9.0
Glenview Center for Childcare and Learning Bay 1.7 mi 7.6
Normandy Elementary School Bay Village 1.7 mi 6.9
Bay High School Bay Village 1.9 mi 9.3
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF WESTLAKE Westlake 1.6 mi
Pine Intermediate School North Olmsted 2.3 mi 4.6
Westerly Elementary School Bay Village 2.1 mi 8.0
ST BERNADETTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Westlake 2.3 mi 6.7
Maple Elementary School North Olmsted 2.6 mi 7.4
North Olmsted Middle School North Olmsted 3.4 mi 5.9
North Olmsted High School North Olmsted 3.5 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 44145 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$110,101

Median Home Value

$336,100

Median Rent

$1,480/mo

Population

34,036

College Educated

58.4%

Homeownership

72.8%

Avg Commute

23.6 min

Poverty Rate

5.1%

Median Age

47.1

Community Profile

The community surrounding Westlake High School has a median household income of $110,101. It is a well-educated community where 58% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $336,100, with a median rent of $1,480/month. The local poverty rate of 5.1% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Avon Lake High School Avon Lake, OH 8.8
Twinsburg High School Twinsburg, OH 8.8
Aurora High School Aurora, OH 9.0
Revere High School Richfield, OH 8.6
Hudson High School Hudson, OH 9.1
Turpin High School Cincinnati, OH 9.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Westlake High School

What grades does Westlake High School serve?

Westlake High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Westlake High School?

Westlake High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,063 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Westlake High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Westlake High School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Westlake High School rank in OH?

Westlake High School is ranked #91 out of 3,440 schools in OH.

What is Westlake High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Westlake High School has a composite rating of 8.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Westlake High School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Westlake High School has 60.0% math proficiency and 84.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Westlake High School a charter school?

No, Westlake High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Westlake High School a Title I school?

No, Westlake High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westlake High School?

23.0% of students at Westlake High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Average (679/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Westlake). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,063
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
70
Free/Reduced Lunch
23.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Cuyahoga County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Westlake City
District Enrollment
3,280
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,113
District Rank
#2 of 4

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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