West Caldwell High

wchs.caldwellschools.com/

634 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

West Caldwell High School, located in Lenoir, North Carolina, serves as a cornerstone of the Caldwell County School District. As a public high school, it is committed to providing a comprehensive educational experience that balances rigorous academic instruction with a wide array of extracurricular opportunities. The school emphasizes student growth through a diverse curriculum designed to prepare graduates for post-secondary success, whether they intend to pursue higher education, enter the workforce, or enlist in the military.

Beyond the classroom, West Caldwell High fosters a strong sense of community and school spirit, often referred to as the "Warrior" pride. The institution offers various athletics, clubs, and vocational programs that encourage students to develop leadership skills, teamwork, and personal character. By maintaining a focus on both academic achievement and holistic development, the school strives to create a supportive environment where students from the surrounding community can thrive and prepare for their future endeavors.

634

Total Students

35.7

Full-Time Teachers

17.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

98.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for West Caldwell High
Demographic	Student Count
White	364
Hispanic	147
Black	63
Asian	4
Two or More	54
American Indian	1
Pacific Islander	1

White
364 (57.4%)
Hispanic
147 (23.2%)
Black
63 (9.9%)
Two or More
54 (8.5%)
Asian
4 (0.6%)
American Indian
1 (0.2%)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	High School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Caldwell County Schools
Phone:	(828)758-5583
Website:	http://wchs.caldwellschools.com/
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	634
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	35.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	17.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	626
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	0

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 177

Grade 10 142

Grade 11 160

Grade 12 155