Westview High School is a public high school in Martin, Tennessee, United States. It is part of the Weakley County school district. As of 2022, it has an enrollment of approximately 544 students. The current principal is Brian Allen.
Serving 590 students in grades 9-12, Westview High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 590 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westview High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Westview High School's student population of 590 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
590 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
1925
Colors
Royal blue, Yellow, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Wolverine
School Rankings
Westview High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westview High School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#827 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
15:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
8%
15%
Black
16%
21%
White
69%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolverine
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westview High School's ranking?
Westview High School is ranked #827 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Westview High School often compared to?
Westview High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dresden High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westview High School?
The graduation rate of Westview High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Westview High School?
590 students attend Westview High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Westview High School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westview High School?
Westview High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Westview High School offer ?
Westview High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westview High School part of?
Westview High School is part of Weakley County School District.
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