West Valley High School is a high school that serves around 1,800 students on the western side of Hemet, California. The school is accredited by the WASC Accrediting Commission for Schools and also has become an AVID Demonstration School. The West Valley High School mascot is a Mustang.
Serving 1,818 students in grades 9-12, West Valley High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 13% (which is lower than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,818 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Valley High School's student population of 1,818 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,818 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Grey, Maroon
School Calendar
School Mascot
Mustangs
School Rankings
West Valley High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Valley High School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#6881 out of 9523 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
12%
Hispanic
71%
56%
Black
11%
5%
White
12%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Valley High School's ranking?
West Valley High School is ranked #6881 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in California.
What schools are West Valley High School often compared to?
West Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beaumont Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Valley High School?
The graduation rate of West Valley High School is 91%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Valley High School?
1,818 students attend West Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of West Valley High School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Valley High School?
West Valley High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does West Valley High School offer ?
West Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is West Valley High School part of?
West Valley High School is part of Hemet Unified School District.
School Reviews
4 1/17/2018
Our daughter graduated in 1999 and excelled in every aspect. Teachers were great and the academia met all our high standards . She graduated with honors, and ended up in a prestigious university back East.
2 9/1/2015
Child attends special Ed at campus...Not happy with special ed staff I feel they failed in the care of my child. Currently looking for different educational alternatives. Don't feel good with her on that campus. Very disappointed.
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