Westside High School

Westside High School is an alternative high school located in Wenatchee, Washington. Serving students from ninth through twelfth grade, the school has a total enrollment of 258 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15.2:1 with 17 full-time equivalent teachers. Westside High focuses on providing educational opportunities for students who may thrive in an alternative setting.

While the academic performance metrics indicate room for improvement—MySchoolScout rates it at 3.4 out of 10 and places it at 1884th out of 2261 schools statewide, with a state ranking in the 17th percentile—the school continues to support its students through diverse programs tailored to individual needs. In terms of standardized test scores, Westside High reports that 40% of students are proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 20% are proficient or above in Science. Math proficiency stands at a lower but still tracked level with 5% of students meeting the standard.

These numbers suggest that while the school is working to enhance its academic offerings, it prioritizes student development and personal growth. Westside High School sits in a small city setting within Wenatchee, providing a community-based environment where educators are dedicated to nurturing each student's unique path toward success.

While current test scores at Westside High School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.