School Overview
Wauwatosa West High School, located on West Center Street in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, is a prominent public secondary institution serving the local community. As part of the Wauwatosa School District, the school is recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, offering a comprehensive curriculum that prepares students for post-secondary education and career readiness. The campus serves as a hub for student development, balancing a rigorous scholastic environment with a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts, and student-led clubs, which help foster a well-rounded educational experience.

The school is deeply integrated into the Wauwatosa neighborhood, priding itself on a supportive environment that emphasizes student achievement and community involvement. By leveraging modern educational resources and maintaining a focus on inclusivity, Wauwatosa West aims to cultivate critical thinking and civic responsibility among its student body. For families and community members, the school serves as a cornerstone of the district, consistently striving to meet the diverse needs of its students while maintaining strong partnerships with parents and local stakeholders.
986
Total Students
65.8
Full-Time Teachers
15.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
29.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for West High
Demographic Student Count
White487
Hispanic99
Black265
Asian47
Two or More86
American Indian1
  • White
    487 (49.4%)
  • Black
    265 (26.9%)
  • Hispanic
    99 (10.1%)
  • Two or More
    86 (8.7%)
  • Asian
    47 (4.8%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1%)
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: Wauwatosa School District
Phone: (414)773-3000
Website: http://west.wauwatosa.k12.wi.us/o/west
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 986
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 65.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 260
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 31
Grades Taught
Grade 9 232
Grade 10 227
Grade 11 271
Grade 12 256

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for West High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9232
Grade 10227
Grade 11271
Grade 12256
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for West High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female46747.4%
Male51852.5%
Not Specified10.1%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)