Westland High School is a public high school located in Galloway, Ohio. It is one of 4 high schools in the South-Western City Schools District. SWCS is located in the southwestern portion of Franklin County in Columbus, Ohio. Westland High School was opened in 1970.
Serving 1,864 students in grades 9-12, Westland High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 34% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,864 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in OH)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Ohio for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Westland High School's student population of 1,864 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,864 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Year Founded
1970
Colors
White, Forest Green
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Education for the Real World is Our Business
School Rankings
Westland High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westland High School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2207 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
63%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
39%
8%
Black
19%
17%
White
33%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: The Cougar
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westland High School's ranking?
Westland High School is ranked #2207 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What schools are Westland High School often compared to?
Westland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Crossing High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westland High School?
The graduation rate of Westland High School is 84%, which is lower than the Ohio state average of 86%.
How many students attend Westland High School?
1,864 students attend Westland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Westland High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 19% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westland High School?
Westland High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Westland High School offer ?
Westland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westland High School part of?
Westland High School is part of South-Western City School District.
In what neighborhood is Westland High School located?
Westland High School is located in the Westchester Green Countrie neighborhood of Galloway, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Westchester Green Countrie.
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