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#3168 of 3,441 schools in OH
Westland High School
High School · South-western City · Galloway, OH
A South-western City high school where students score 26 points below what's typical for similar communities.
146 Galloway Rd, Galloway, OH 43119
- Math 20% proficient (2021)
- Reading 53% proficient (2021)
- 87.0% 4-year graduation
Academics
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Students at Westland High School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).
2021 EdFacts proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. OH average.
Trend
↓ DecliningProficiency has fallen 9 points since 2018, to 37% in 2021, across a 13-year record (2009–2021).
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Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 50% (multi-year average, 2009-2021) · reading/ELA 64% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 26 test records from OH state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
68%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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Where Westland High School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 37Car-Dependent
- Bike 38Somewhat Bikeable
- County Safety: Low62/100K
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Source period: 2024. A newer release may be available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$88,253
Median home value
$235,900
Median rent
$1,321/mo
College educated
34.5%
Homeownership
74.1%
Poverty rate
8.2%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 43119; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Programs & Offerings
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search; district fallback available
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridge Gate Community SchoolCharter · enrollment unverified | 5.0 | K–12 | 2.3 mi | 218 | Compare → |
| Franklin Heights High SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 3.6 | 9–12 | 3.3 mi | 1,377 | Compare → |
| Columbus Preparatory AcademyCharter · enrollment unverified | 7.2 | K–12 | 3.9 mi | 823 | Compare → |
| West High SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 2.8 | 9–12 | 4.0 mi | 773 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Charter · enrollment unverified: Potential charter option; enrollment requirements have not been verified.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
South-western City
- Schools in district
- 34
- Rank in district
- #28 of 32
- District spending per student
- $14,435NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 16.8%Census SAIPE · 2024
Westland High School is listed in South-Western City; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Westland High School
Westland High School is a public high school in Galloway, OH, part of South-western City, serving approximately 1,864 students in grades 9th-12th with a 21.2:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10 and ranks #3,168 of 3,441 schools in OH. State assessment records show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Westland High School
What grades does Westland High School serve?
Westland High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Westland High School?
Westland High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,864 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westland High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Westland High School is 21.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Westland High School rank in OH?
Westland High School ranks #3,168 of 3,441 schools in OH.
What is Westland High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Westland High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Westland High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Westland High School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Westland High School a charter school?
No, Westland High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Westland High School a Title I school?
No, Westland High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westland High School?
68.0% of students at Westland 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,864
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 21.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 88
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.9%
- Phone
- (614) 851-7000
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
- Area population (ZIP 43119)
- 29,423
- Area average commute
- 22.7 min
- Area median age
- 34.8
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2021 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2021 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2021 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2021 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 43119; this does not measure the attendance area.
- Programs (AP/IB, athletics, gifted)
- CRDC via Urban Institute · SY 2021–22 · Medium confidence
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Source period: SY 2021–22. A newer release may be available.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2021; directory SY 2023–24
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