Westview High School is a public high school in Torrey Highlands, a community of San Diego, California, United States. It is part of Poway Unified School District. Westview uses a 4 by 4 block schedule for each school year.
Serving 2,116 students in grades 9-12, Westview High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 88% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,116 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 88% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westview High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Westview High School's student population of 2,116 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,116 students
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Year Founded
2002
Colors
White, Black, Gold, Vegas Gold
School Calendar
Average Class Size
25 students
School Rankings
Westview High School ranks within the top 5% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westview High School is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#273 out of 9523 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
42%
12%
Hispanic
12%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
33%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Westview Wolverine
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westview High School's ranking?
Westview High School is ranked #273 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in California.
What schools are Westview High School often compared to?
Westview High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scripps Ranch High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 88% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westview High School?
The graduation rate of Westview High School is 98%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Westview High School?
2,116 students attend Westview High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Westview High School students are Asian, 33% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westview High School?
Westview High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Westview High School offer ?
Westview High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Westview High School part of?
Westview High School is part of Poway Unified School District.
In what neighborhood is Westview High School located?
Westview High School is located in the Torrey Highlands neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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