What grades does Westwood High serve?

As a High school, Westwood High serves students in Blythewood, SC. The school is administered by the local school district.

Where is Westwood High located?

You can find Westwood High in Blythewood, SC.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Westwood High?

At Westwood High, there are approximately 17.6 students for every teacher.

What schools are in Blythewood, SC?

Westwood High is among the schools serving Blythewood, SC. The school is part of the local school system.

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Westwood High — School Calendar 2026-27

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Blythewood, SC 29016

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Upcoming Events

Sep

Sat

3rd Annual Basketball Game: Honor, Serve, Compete 🏀🏆EventDistrict-wide

Join us for the 3rd Annual First Responders, Military, Teachers & Coaches Basketball Game on September 26 at the Richland Recreation Center!Come out and support local First Responders, Military, Teachers, and Coaches as they take the court for a morning of friendly competition, teamwork, and community spirit. 💙❤️📅 Registration: One large bag of Halloween candy 🍴Lunch: Sponsored for participantsInterested in playing? Contact Coach Norwood at 601-487-9992 to register.HONOR. SERVE. COMPETE.

Oct

Mon

Fall BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Oct

Fri

🧟 Nightmare on Harper Street 🦇EventDistrict-wide

Are You Ready to Be Scared?The City of Richland presents Nightmare on Harper Street! Gather your bravest friends and family and prepare for a night of thrills, scares, and terrifying fun.Think you can make it through the nightmare? Come find out!Event DetailsDates: October 16, 17, 23 & 24Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PMTickets: $10 per personAge Requirement: Ages 8 and up onlyNo refundsFor more information: 601-420-3400.Bring your bravest friends, prepare for the scares, and see if you can make it t

Nov

Tue

Election DayEventDistrict-wide

Nov

Wed

Thanksgiving BreakBreakDistrict-wide

Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.

Dec

Mon

Winter BreakBreakDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

9–12

Enrollment

1,689

Student:Teacher

17.6:1

Locale

Suburban

District

Richland 02

Econ. Disadvantaged

55.1%

Phone

(803)691-4049

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

Graduation Rate

83%

Chronic Absenteeism

10.2%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

AP Program

15 courses offered

216 students enrolled

Gifted & Talented

132 students enrolled

Dual Enrollment

90 students enrolled

SAT/ACT

295 test takers

Athletics

8 sports, 27 teams

533 participants

Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1

Worse than average in SC

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

1,439

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

98% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Social Workers

Nurses

School Resource Officers

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$14,024

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,269

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$17,541

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 10%State 47%Local 43%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Community Need Level

Elevated

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

27.0%

Below 150% poverty line

6.8%

Unemployment rate

9.9%

Uninsured residents

7.8%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

4,200

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

3,850

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

1,415 (37%)

Autism

778 (20%)

Other Health Impairment

647 (17%)

Speech/Language Impairment

467 (12%)

Intellectual Disability

147 (4%)

Emotional Disturbance

84 (2%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

1,743

Current enrollment

Growing(+19% 5yr)

Coming Up

Sat, Sep 26, 2026

3rd Annual Basketball Game: Honor, Serve, Compete 🏀🏆

Event

Mon, Oct 12, 2026

Fall Break

Break

Fri, Oct 16, 2026

🧟 Nightmare on Harper Street 🦇

Event

Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Richland 02. Westwood High follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Sat, Sep 26, 2026	3rd Annual Basketball Game: Honor, Serve, Compete 🏀🏆District-wide Join us for the 3rd Annual First Responders, Military, Teachers & Coaches Basketball Game on September 26 at the Richland Recreation Center!Come out and support local First Responders, Military, Teachers, and Coaches as they take the court for a morning of friendly competition, teamwork, and community spirit. 💙❤️📅 Registration: One large bag of Halloween candy 🍴Lunch: Sponsored for participantsInterested in playing? Contact Coach Norwood at 601-487-9992 to register.HONOR. SERVE. COMPETE.	Event	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	Fall BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Fri, Oct 16, 2026	🧟 Nightmare on Harper Street 🦇District-wide Are You Ready to Be Scared?The City of Richland presents Nightmare on Harper Street! Gather your bravest friends and family and prepare for a night of thrills, scares, and terrifying fun.Think you can make it through the nightmare? Come find out!Event DetailsDates: October 16, 17, 23 & 24Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PMTickets: $10 per personAge Requirement: Ages 8 and up onlyNo refundsFor more information: 601-420-3400.Bring your bravest friends, prepare for the scares, and see if you can make it t	Event	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	Election DayDistrict-wide	Event	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Thanksgiving BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Dec 21, 2026	Winter BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	Martin Luther King Jr. DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Feb 12, 2027	Presidents Day/Winter BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Mar 22, 2027	Spring BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Apr 26, 2027	School HolidayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—
Thu, May 27, 2027	Last Day of SchoolDistrict-wide	Event	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	Memorial DayDistrict-wide	Holiday	—