West Ashley High School
Charleston, SC 29414
Phone: (843) 573-1201
Fax: (843) 573-1223
District: Charleston 01 School District
GreatSchools Rating
public • Grades 9,10,11,12 • 2069 students
West Ashley High School, a public school located in Charleston, SC, serves grades 9-12 in the Charleston 01 School District.It has received a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10, based on a variety of school quality measures.
West Ashley High School is a public school located in Charleston, SC. 2069 students attend West Ashley High School.
School Ratings
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| Test Scores | 6/10 | The Test Score Rating examines how students at this school performed on standardized tests compared with other schools in the state. The Test Rating was created using 2024 End-of-Course Examination Program (EOCEP) Tests data from South Carolina Department of Education, and using 2024 College and Career Ready Assessments (READY) data from South Carolina Department of Education. |
| College Readiness | 7/10 | The College Readiness Rating uses this high school's graduation rates, college entrance exam participation and performance, or AP, IB, or Dual Enrollment participation to determine how well schools are preparing students for success in college and beyond. The College Readiness Rating was created using the following data from the 2021 Civil Rights Data Collection: percentage of students enrolled in IB, AP or Dual Enrollment classes in grades 9-12, using 2024 SAT percent participation data from South Carolina Department of Education, using 2024 SAT percent college ready data from South Carolina Department of Education, using 2024 4-year high school graduation rate data from South Carolina Department of Education, using 2024 Average SAT score data from South Carolina Department of Education, using 2024 Average ACT score data from South Carolina Department of Education, using 2024 ACT percent college ready data from South Carolina Department of Education, and using 2023 demographic data from the National Center for Education Statistics. |
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West Ashley High School offers everything! Great academics (lots of AP and Dual Credit options), fantastic athletics and clubs (our teams are always competing for region titles), fabulous teachers, and a real community feel.
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West Ashley HS is a wonderful place to work, learn, and find a community. I have worked here for 6 years, and each year it gets better and better! We have an amazing staff that is willing to help and go the extra mile for our students.
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West Ashley High School is a community school built around academics, athletics, and extracurricular activites (clubs/organizations). Inside the walls of the building are a group of educators - teachers, counselors, student concern specialists, student support resources, admin, and staff- all of these people foster our earned Excellent Rating! I wear two hats at WAHS, School Counselor and parent. Both my children graduated from WAHS and I always felt supported and heard as a parent. As a "forever" member of the West Ashley Community, I am a strong believer in supporting your community schools. Go Wildcats!!
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WAHS is a positive environment for academic and social emotional growth. Standards for both are high, and the supports for both are as well.
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I have worked at WAHS for 25 years and had my child attend there.
As a teacher, I feel safe and well-supported at WAHS. As a parent of a former student and class valedictorian, WAHS provided my son with numerous AP and PLTW (Project Lead The Way) engineering classes. My son was able to enter college with 27 credit hours leading him to be able to major in Mechanical Engineering and Mathematics and graduate in 4 years. He had a fantastic experience at WAHS. There are so many clubs and teams to join. There is a major focus on the social/emotional needs of students and staff. His teachers challenged and supported him.
The diversity at WAHS is what makes it such a special place to work and learn.
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This is my sixteenth year at the school, and my connection here is both professional and personal. I am getting ready for my youngest daughter to enter ninth grade, which means this will be my third child to attend West Ashley. I have watched this school through many lenses over the years. I have taught here, raised kids here, and grown alongside the community. That long view matters, and it shapes how I show up every day.
Throughout my time here, I have always felt supported by the school, the surrounding community, and the district. That support has allowed me to build a program that has taken time, patience, and trust. What started as a classroom has grown into something students, families, and the community recognize and believe in. That shared investment has helped position our work as a pillar locally, and it has opened doors for state and national recognition. None of that happens alone. It happens because people consistently say yes to students and to the work.
In the classroom, learning is hands on and relationship driven. It looks like students learning to manage pressure, communicate clearly, and recover when things do not go as planned. We cook, we clean, we reset, and we try again. The goal goes beyond technical skill. It is about confidence, accountability, and learning how to show up for others. Those lessons stay with students long after they leave the room, and they are the same lessons that keep me invested in this school after sixteen years.
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The school has an electric energy. There is always something happening to keep both staff and students engaged. Go Wildcats!
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The community at WAHS feels like a family thanks to the school events, PACK class, and positive relationships. There has been a steady increase year after year of a positive climate and it's been really awesome to witness.
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I have worked here for over 20 years and the school is still improving and adapting to the students and community each year.
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West Ashley High is able to offer a wide range of courses not offered at any other high school in Charleston. The teachers are of very high caliber and care very much for their students. This is a great school to be a part of.
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Top Rated School, Excellent School Report Card. Talented Leadership and wants the students to have great success.
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As a teacher at West Ashley High School, I cannot say enough good things about the students, teachers, support staff, and environment as a whole. Everyone there is so supportive and enjoys what they do. As with anything, you could find qualms about it. However, overall it is a school where teachers care about their students, administrators care about their teachers, and we all work together to give students the best education (both in academics and in life skills) possible. I cannot recommend this school enough!
Bonus points for the Wild Kitties program which offers top tier education to the pre-schoolers of staff members and the community. They do an amazing job of incorporating them into the atmosphere of West Ashley in many different ways - they attend pep-rallies, High Schoolers eat lunch with them, they play games with them, our Child Development class assist with creating engaging activities, and so much more. It is an amazing opportunity for the pre-schoolers and High Schoolers (as well as the staff who get to experience having their children right down the hall).
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I am proud to be an alumna of WAHS. In addition to being a former student, I have also been an undergraduate and graduate student intern at WAHS, and am a current employee and parent. I have been fortunate to personally see the growth over 15 years at WAHS from multiple lenses. Staff want to work here because we treat each other as a small community and family. So much so, that several former students have returned in staff positions. Regarding the student body's opportunities, we currently have 34 options for AP/DE advanced coursework. We also house the WACAS (West Ashley Centered for Advanced Studies) on our campus, where students are able to participate in career focused coursework and earn certifications in the following fields: welding, auto mechanics, media technology, engineering, biomedical, health, and sports sciences, mechatronics, and computer science. Our fine arts offerings include various levels of art, theatre, band, string, chorus, and piano. We also offer ROTC and 3 world languages (Spanish, French, German). Our WAHS CTE offerings include business, culinary, computer, nail tech, and child development/early childhood education. WAHS currently has 32 clubs and 19 athletics offerings. Our innovative FlexMod schedule allows us to support students with additional help during ILT (Individual Learning Time). This looks like meeting with subject area teachers and/or peer tutors for additional academic support. For students who may need more intensive academic support, we offer the GAP program. For students who academically excel, we offer the School Choice program called the Scholars Academy, which is a partnership with CofC. Outside of academics, WAHS has a counseling department that conducts small groups, Wellness Wednesdays, PACK classroom lessons, student check ins, and so much more. Members of our Student Support Team work together and partner with community partnerships (such as MUSC) to ensure all students SEL needs are met. WAHS has hosted our community event Trunk or Treat for several years, and new this year, had our first Holiday Winter Market. We have truly become a neighborhood school that anyone should be proud to attend! We have made excellent gains with CCR, our graduation rate, ML student population, EOCs, and so much more! Ultimately, we showcase a spectrum of offerings at WAHS and have something for everyone!
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All 4 of my children have been students at West Ashley High School! Great community -
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West Ashley High provides students with different supports to help accommodate everyone's needs. Most students are engaged and dedicated to their success. Teachers are friendly, empathetic, and understanding to students and colleagues. The atmosphere is warm and inviting. Teachers are provided with resources and support to grow professionally.
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The community at West Ashley HS is top notch. The teachers and administrators go above and beyond to support each student.
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This is my first year at West Ashley but it is by far the best at addressing all student, staff, and community needs. The Administration tailors its leadership around their core stakeholders and it is evident in the Excellent rating they have achieved. What you can't find on the data sheet is how collaborative and student and community-centered that the faculty and staff are. They are open to thinking outside the box to meet students where they are at. WAHS is a stand-out school in comparison to so many other high schools in Charleston that may just focus on optics or have an overemphasis on athletics instead of its entire student body. A great place to be!
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I have taught at WAHS since its doors opened. This school is a dynamic learning environment. WAHS is nothing short of outstanding. From the moment you walk through the doors, you can feel the sense of pride, community, and possibility that defines the entire campus. The teachers are truly exceptional—caring, knowledgeable, and deeply invested in every student’s success. They go above and beyond to challenge students academically while also providing encouragement and support.
The academic programs are rigorous and well-rounded, offering everything from advanced coursework to arts, athletics, and career-focused opportunities. Students are encouraged to explore their interests, develop leadership skills, and discover their strengths in a welcoming and inclusive environment.
What truly sets this school apart is its culture. The administration is supportive and approachable, fostering a safe, respectful, and motivating atmosphere. Extracurricular activities are abundant, school spirit is contagious, and there is a genuine sense of belonging among students and staff alike.
This high school doesn’t just prepare students for graduation—it prepares them for life. It builds confidence, character, and curiosity, leaving students not only educated but inspired. I couldn’t recommend it more highly.
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West Ashley High School is a high-performing school with great staff and teachers!
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West Ashley High School has one of the most supportive learning environments I have encountered. The teachers genuinely enjoy what they do and go above and beyond to keep the students engaged. The level of supports offered to the students is something I did not know was possible. The multiple different counselors on site as well as the option of receiving support from external providers while at school creates a continuum of care that supports the student's mental health and therefore encourages improved academic success. There is a reason this school has won the school spirit competition for CCSD for two years running. They care about their students and their community.
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This high school is truly exceptional, with a special education department that goes above and beyond for students. The staff is dedicated, knowledgeable, and deeply committed to meeting individual student needs while fostering independence and confidence. Collaboration among teachers, specialists, and families is clearly a priority, creating a supportive and inclusive environment where all students can thrive. ItÂ’s evident that students are not just supported academically, but genuinely cared for as individuals.
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West Ashley High School is a true reflection of its community. The teachers and staff work tirelessly to ensure that all students are included. As a parent, I have been more than pleased with the choice of classes and rigor of instruction that my children receive. Teachers seem excited to work there. They work hard to create engaging learning experiences and to build relationships with students and parents. I left a teaching job that I held for 25 years to come to West Ashley and am proud to send my boys here for school.
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West Ashley High School has the most amazing teachers, staff, and administration team! They collaborate together to ensure best practices are implemented to benefit the entire student body. We have built a school culture that reflects unity, empathy, and kindness!
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The teachers, admin, and staff are great at what they do. The kids, like most kids in all schools these days, lack intrinsic motivation to self engage in learning and the teachers will never be able to compete with social media and games on phones and devices. So, with that being said, in the current school climate, West Ashley High is at the top in public schools in my opinion.
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This school has an amazing staff that truly cares about the community, students, and families.
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The support system at West Ashley is great. Admin and teachers work together to help students get the assistance needed whether it is academics, mental health, or behavior needs. Students face a lot of struggles that most people don not understand within their daily lives and individuals familiar with the student work together to provide needed support.
Admin is proactive working with teachers in all aspects of student achievement.
The community supports events that take place within the school, which in return helps to support students.
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West Ashley has a strong community feel and does a good job of supporting it's diverse body of students!
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West Ashley High School is a remarkable school that has shown its commitment to the community with improved Social Emotional Learning in courses such as the "PACK" homeroom classes. This course is meets everyday to act as a support and monitor for progress and grades in core classes and elective classes that students are taking. Family engagement can be seen in the events that the sports/arts programs put out as well as school wide events such as the Holiday Tree lighting and Trunk or Treat. There are also multiple opportunities throughout the year for families to meet teachers whether it is at open houses, AP/Dual Enrollment info nights, the Center for Advanced Studies and Career and Technology Education info nights, and the awards ceremonies at the end of the year.
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I have been teaching here for 6 years. I have seen the school grow tremendously and the mind set of everybody here change for the better. Like every school it has its ups and downs, down - change in start and finishing time, but overall it is great. The teachers are dedicated to make sure students have opportunity to succeed.
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Great School! Fantastic Academic programs, teachers, and athletics.
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I have worked at three different schools in the Lowcountry, including one charter school and two public schools, serving in a variety of roles such as Teacher, Instructional Coach, and Assistant Principal. West Ashley High School is the first school where I have experienced such clear, well-established procedures and day-to-day operations that truly support an optimal learning environment. The leadership team prioritizes hiring vibrant educators who are deeply passionate about both student learning and the overall student experience. I would highly recommend this school to any educator in the Charleston area.
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As a teacher, and now test coordinator, at West Ashley, I have seen firsthand the growth of our school. Our teachers are creative and dynamic, our students are engaged and growing, and our campus keeps coming up with new ways to engage with the community. Our parents are so supportive and involved. There are so many amazing support systems in place for all of our students and their diverse set of needs. Overall, I am very proud to work at WAHS and be a small part of such an amazing team.
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West Ashley High School is a well-organized, diverse school with knowledgeable teachers, many advanced courses offered, and great supports for struggling students.
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The staff helps one another with a smile.
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I have worked at West Ashley High School for 20+ years, and during that time I have had the privilege of watching the school evolve in truly amazing ways. The growth in academic programs, student support, and extracurricular opportunities reflects a strong commitment to excellence and continuous improvement. WAHS is more than just a place to work or learn; it is a community built on dedication, collaboration and pride. Seeing generations of students succeed has been incredibly rewarding, and I am proud to be part of a school that continues to move forward while also honoring its traditions. I have never been more proud or grateful to be a Wildcat!
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WAHS has grown tremendously over the last 20 years. It is a diverse community with high standards where students can thrive.
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West Ashley High School is a wonderful school with a great learning environment!!!
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Working at West Ashley has been a dream come true! Every day I feel very blessed and inspired to work alongside my colleagues and students. It is a very special place because of its strong administration, faculty and staff, student body, and sense of community. Go wildcats!
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I have seen great changes in West Ashley High School over the past five years. I am happy to say that students are engaged, teachers are enthusiastic, and the community is really coming together around our High School. Watching the school's PACK curriculum grow and help create community among students has also been very impactful.
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I think West Ashley High School is amazing, providing phenomenal educational and extra-curriccular opportunities for all its students!
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West Ashley High School goes above and beyond to ensure that their students are ready for success after graduation. From the varying levels of academic rigor to social-emotional learning, students are very prepared to navigate life after high school.
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WAHS is the epitome of a community school. Students, families, and teachers work hand-in-hand to create learning experiences that yield success for students.
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West Ashley High has done a lot to encourage community in the past few years, including a holiday tree lighting, Special Olympics celebration, and community outreach projects.
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West Ashley High School provides rigorous instruction that meets the individual needs of each student. Community and family involvement is a top priority as the school knows the value and impact of a community coming together to support a child.
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This is by far the best school I have ever worked for. I can actually see myself working here for a long time, and I wouldn't want to be anywhere else!
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I recently graduated in the class of 2024 and was a student at this school for my junior and senior year. Coming from a very highly rated school in Colorado I can see how awful this school is. ThereÂ’s a few amazing teachers at this school who deserve much better. But in my experience this school is extremely unorganized And stuck in the 1980s. From having to write hand written letters and e-mails to get kids out of school to the receptionist not knowing how to count change after I had to pay all my senior fees in cash. My counselor told me to have my mom stop emailing her about concerns and refused to reschedule a meeting with me as I had to miss the day for a doctors appointment.
I also got a day off in school suspension for missing a day of school due to a doctors appointment even after I provided them with a parent letter and doctors note they refused believe I wasnÂ’t skipping even though I had 6 absences and 2 tardies the entire year.
The school is also disgusting, whoever cleans the bathrooms does an awful job and canÂ’t ever seem to restock the soap and paper towels let alone clean the floors or toilets. I donÂ’t know when the last time the classroom floors have ever been cleaned.
After bringing up a stalking and harassment incident to admin with proof of who it was and what they said the admin refused to handle it and ended up getting the person being stalked suspended for “harassment” and refused to pull cameras or do anything.
ItÂ’s also the kids at this school. There are more fights in a month than I saw in my 2 years at my previous high school. In fact there was a single day that had twice as many fights. The kids here also have no clue how to act or be respectful and responsible. IÂ’m not saying I was perfect and I get these are teenagers but people need to have some common sense.
There are some incredible teachers at this school who I have loved and deserve so much better than this school. In fact one of those teachers resigned at the end of this school year. There are also teachers who take classes that have so much potential and ruin it by not doing anything besides watching YouTube videos and answering questions.
I hope the new principal changes the culture at this school considering I saw Mr. Cumback a total of 4 times in my 2 years.
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I went to this school for my Junior and Senior years and it was fine. But my younger sister is still there and the new schedule is terrible. Nobody is a fan of being forced to open up about their feelings. ThereÂ’s a whole class where if you donÂ’t you could not graduate if you donÂ’t participate. I find this extremely unhelpful and just straight up rude. We go there to learn. Nobody liked SEL and nobody likes PACK. ItÂ’s stupid. Do better.
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This school is the lowest school in Charleston County that gets funding. It does not get federal or state funding. In most schools, the parents fund to supplement for the lack of funding. Unfortunately, the parents are unable to fund. I went to West Ashley High 10 years ago. My boyfriend's kids go there now and I can see little change. Yes, they have career advancement classes that will get the children ahead once they graduate but every school has that now. The drugs and violence are ramped. When I went, teachers would throw you a work sheet to do. I read Romeo and Juliet three times at this school...I came from a private school before entering. The academics are behind. The children are developmentally behind. As someone who went here, I would never send my kids here.
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THE ADMINISTRATION AT THIS SCHOOL DEMEAN AND EMOTIONALLY INTIMIDATE CHILDREN AND ADULTS.
Posted: January 26, 2023
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Posted: October 3, 2019
I was on the student committee that helped select the new colors and mascot for this school before there was even a building for it. It was a bad idea from the beginning to force two rival schools to go to school together. CCSD has a long history of making poor choices, never in the best interests of their students, and judging from the past ~15 years since this school opened, it shows. My brothers and I all took our GEDs instead because honestly we had no patience for the shenanigans, and are better for it because we arenÂ’t traumatized by all the horrible things that have occurred there over the years. A waste of what was once a gorgeous campus.
Posted: March 4, 2019
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ten out of ten, excellent and very enjoyable
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Posted: October 14, 2018
My four years here were absolute hell. I frequently came home frustrated or crying due to how poorly managed this school is and how little the faculty care. If you want your child to have the best academic experience possible, don't touch this school with a 10-foot pole. If you just want your kid out of the house and not your responsibility for 7-8 hours your kid will feel right at home here.
Posted: October 14, 2018
Unless your in honors or AP you will rarely get homework which can be considered a blessing or a curse depending on how good your teacher is.
Posted: October 14, 2018
There are a few good teachers but a lot only stick around because they're too old for a career change. The majority of teachers don't know how to handle the students and don't know how to teach.
Posted: October 14, 2018
The students run the show here and it ain't pretty. They pitch fits when asked to not be on their phones for more than 2 seconds and the teachers always end up giving in because it's easier. If your child had a bad attitude before coming here they'll leave with an even worse attitude.
Posted: October 14, 2018
The principal is pretty useless, he's a joke to most of the faculty and students. The admins don't care about students that they aren't buddies with and teachers are barely given respect.
Posted: October 14, 2018
I don't think most teachers even know there are different ways that students learn. The teachers will follow whatever learning style they want and kids with different learning styles are screwed.
Posted: October 14, 2018
There was a girl that had been involved in literally every single fight that had happened during my four years here and she was given a few weeks detention at the absolute worst. If your child is being bullied move to another school as the faculty here don't care or can't do anything.
Posted: August 25, 2018
Our daughter is loving West Ashley High! Her teachers are wonderful. The principal is very engaged and makes himself available 24/7. There is one difficult person, the guidance secretary. She is not kind. She makes people feel really dumb. I have even seen her mistreat her coworkers, so donÂ’t go in there unprepared. It helps if you are really nice to her. Other than that one lady, the teachers, counselors, coaches, and staff are all amazing in our experience so far!!
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Posted: May 4, 2017
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Posted: May 4, 2017
Amazing leadership under Principal Runyon. Truly cares about every student, teacher and staff member and safety is his number #1 concern. I have served at the PTSO (Parent Teacher Student Organization) Team Leader and SIC (School Improvement Council) for the past two years and have enjoyed the unity we have created as a team. School is experiencing amazing growth and the opportunities are endless with the new Center for Advanced Studies addition slated for 2020. CAS classes begin this fall allowing students to complete first two years of college while in high school. Be involved. Be a committed parent and you will have an amazing experience at West Ashley High School
Posted: May 4, 2017
Great School, Great principal, Great Athletics, Awesome advanced courses!
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principal Runyon does a great job with this school and the students.
Posted: May 3, 2017
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Posted: May 3, 2017
My teenagers have had a great experience at WAHS! The course selection and teaching staff to get them college ready is wonderful. The athletics/school spirit phenomenal. And Mr. Runyon is a connector and communicator with the students and parents!
Posted: May 3, 2017
Posted: October 13, 2016
The principal sent a message that seemed to be about this topic and was very clear that he wanted parents to report any issues so they could be dealt with. No direct experience with bullying at this school.
Posted: October 13, 2016
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I appreciate the communication from the principal as well as the district in regards to school events and situations.
Posted: October 13, 2016
From what I have seen, there is a no nonsense feel for students who are not obeying the rules, but they seem supportive and welcoming overall.
Posted: October 13, 2016
This is our first year, I feel that I can't make a real judgement on this yet, except for the band instructor. She is dedicated to the students and the band program.
Posted: October 13, 2016
This is our first year at West Ashley. Both the school faculty and the students have been extremely welcoming to my daughters. The guidance office was great at getting them registered appropriately. I have had communication from most of their teachers and feel that they would be there for my girls if they needed extra help. The principal is amazing at keeping parents informed. It seems like they are truly dedicated to their no bullying policy and seem to be open to feedback from parents. From what I have seen, they have good extracurricular programs with enthusiastic and dedicated teachers. So far, I would recommend this school.
Posted: August 16, 2016
when my daughter doesn't understand her algebra homework on the second day and she's in honors somethings up with the teachers
Posted: August 16, 2016
my daughter literally had a mental breakdown over her homework, some classes (like electives) don't give much homework but core classes just pile it on
Posted: August 16, 2016
the school is too focused on trying to block students access to internet and other trivial things to develop honesty, integrity, and fairness.
Posted: August 16, 2016
The school is plain awful with communicating. During finals the exemption policy changed pretty much everyday and my daughter had no idea what schedule they were on and neither did her teachers. The school is abysmal and no one should send their child there.
Posted: April 18, 2014
Great academic programs and extracurricular activities! West Ashley HS has a excellent selection of academic programs including AP Academy , Careers and Technology, Fine Arts, etc, etc.
Posted: August 17, 2013
this school was very bad i absolutely hated it The teacher didnt care much for the students or their education and much violence my Son will never attend this school Ever
Posted: May 5, 2013
West Ashley High School is under valued and under appreciated. The Advance Placement and Dual Credit courses are exceptional. The engineering course offering is excellent. The NJROTC program and it's instructors are a top notch, award winning operation. The Math department, tutoring and principal are worth their weight in gold!
Posted: May 28, 2012
My son will be a junior in the upcoming school year. He has surrounded himself with great friends who share his vision in achieving their future goals and that has made the difference. Also, my husband and I stay involved with the school and interact with the teachers through conferences and emails. So far we have had no major difficulties. As with all school environments, there are always a few bad apples but we deal with them. Kudos to the Young Gentlemen's Club which is one of many positive organizations at the school.
Posted: July 13, 2011
I agree with the review posted 2/9/10. There is LOTS of apathy at this school. The CP classes are not geared towards students who plan to attend a 4-year college. The Guidance department is just taking up space in the building. The "guidance" my child received was a joke. If you're shopping for a school for your college-bound student, look elsewhere.
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| 8 | Summerville Place | Neighborhood/Subdivision | Ladson | SC | 12.3 mi | |
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| # | Name | City | State | Overall Rating | Distance |
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| 1 | West Ashley | Charleston | SC | 0.8 mi | |
| 2 | Naval Weapons Station Charleston | Goose Creek | SC | 12.6 mi | |
| 3 | Mount Pleasant | Mount Pleasant | SC | 14.3 mi | |
| 4 | Downtown | Summerville | SC | 15 mi | |
| 5 | Summerville, SC | Summerville | SC | 15 mi | |
| 6 | Lady's Island | Lady's Island | SC | 41.2 mi |
| Base | Distance |
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| Charleston AFB | 5.5 mi. |
| Coast Guard Charleston | 8.2 mi. |
| Charleston Naval Weapons Station | 11.1 mi. |
| Beaufort MCAS | 44.3 mi. |
| Beaufort Naval Hospital | 46 mi. |
| Parris Island MCRD | 48.7 mi. |
