Westside High School is a high school located in Anderson, South Carolina, United States. It serves the west side of Anderson and is one of two high schools in Anderson School District Five. Westside High School is administered by Head Principal Kory Roberts, the third head principal in the school's history.
Serving 1,714 students in grades 9-12, Westside High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in South Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 52%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the South Carolina state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 53% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,714 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 71% (Btm 50% in SC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westside High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Westside High School's student population of 1,714 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,714 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Year Founded
1951
Colors
Grey, Maroon
School Rankings
Westside High School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,118 schools in South Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westside High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#210 out of 1118 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
17%
14%
Black
37%
31%
White
38%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
71%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
67%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), SC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westside High School's ranking?
Westside High School is ranked #210 out of 1,118 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in South Carolina.
What schools are Westside High School often compared to?
Westside High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like T. L. Hanna High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% SC state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% SC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westside High School?
The graduation rate of Westside High School is 71%, which is lower than the South Carolina state average of 84%.
How many students attend Westside High School?
1,714 students attend Westside High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Westside High School students are White, 37% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westside High School?
Westside High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the South Carolina state average of 14:1.
What grades does Westside High School offer ?
Westside High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westside High School part of?
Westside High School is part of Anderson 05 School District.
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