School Overview
Madison West High School, located at 30 Ash Street in Madison, Wisconsin, is a prominent public secondary institution serving the Madison Metropolitan School District. Situated in a vibrant area near the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus, the school is known for its large and diverse student body, fostering an environment that emphasizes academic rigor, extracurricular engagement, and social responsibility. As one of the flagship high schools in the district, it serves a broad population of students, drawing from a variety of neighborhoods and backgrounds to create a comprehensive educational community.

Academically, Madison West is widely recognized for its robust curriculum, which includes a wide range of Advanced Placement (AP) courses and various specialized programs designed to prepare students for higher education and beyond. The school places a strong emphasis on fostering both intellectual growth and civic awareness, supported by a dedicated faculty and a wide array of student clubs, athletics, and fine arts programs. By consistently ranking among the top schools in the state, Madison West remains a cornerstone of the Madison community, committed to providing a high-quality, inclusive learning experience for all its students.
2,222
Total Students
137.3
Full-Time Teachers
16.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
34.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for West High
Demographic Student Count
White1,072
Hispanic553
Black231
Asian165
Two or More177
American Indian1
  • White
    1,072 (48.7%)
  • Hispanic
    553 (25.1%)
  • Black
    231 (10.5%)
  • Two or More
    177 (8.0%)
  • Asian
    165 (7.5%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.0%)
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: Madison Metropolitan School District
Phone: (608)204-4100
Website: http://west.madison.k12.wi.us/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 2,222
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 137.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 673
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 88
Grades Taught
Grade 9 569
Grade 10 507
Grade 11 562
Grade 12 584

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for West High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9569
Grade 10507
Grade 11562
Grade 12584
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for West High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,02646.2%
Male1,17352.8%
Not Specified231%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)