West High School

1700 Hillcrest Dr

School District

Anchorage
Grade

9-12
Teacher/Student Ratio

1:27
Type

public

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Reviews

Submitted by student on April 02, 2024

I live in the Service neighborhood area, but I chose to go to West High for a reason. I am currently a 9th grader. West has the best students in Alaska by a landslide. It has the only IB program, the only Highly Gifted program, and some of the best sports teams in the state. It has so many opportunities for students to take. Through my first semester, my teachers have been great. If something is wrong, just talk to them and they are more than happy to fix it. Most of the students in the neighborhood school program aren't the best learners, or at least aren't motivated to learn. However, motivated students have options for a high level of learning. West is in the Anchorage School District, which has had some problems with funding recently, so some programs may be cut. However, I would still recommend West as the high school of choice in Anchorage. If it is too long of a drive, Service High and South High aren't bad options either.
Submitted by other on September 11, 2018

South Anchorage High School is waaaay better.
Submitted by student on July 24, 2014

I love this school. There are many programs offered which bring in people from all over Anchorage. From my experience, the staff are all very helpful and attentive, and are willing to challenge their students. Also a large variety of sports and clubs (some of which were student created) to join. Overall a very rewarding experience.
Submitted by student on April 25, 2011

This is a really great school, great teachers, and great students, i am proud to be a west high eagle.