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Arvada West High School
(303) 982-1262
11325 Allendale Drive
Arvada, CO 80004
Level: 9-12
District: Jefferson County R-1



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In-depth school information including test scores, student stats, parent ratings and reviews for Arvada West High School, Arvada, CO.


Cenus InfoValueYear
Percent Free and Reduced Price Lunch:18.21% (2008)
Native American or Native Alaskan:0.66% (2008)
Asian/Pacific Islander:1.14% (2008)
Black, non-Hispanic:1.56% (2008)
Hispanic:11.42% (2008)
White, non-Hispanic:85.22% (2008)
Student Teacher Ratio:21% (2007)


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Arvada West High School Ratings Summary

Average Quality Rating3
Average Principals Rating3
Average Teachers Rating4
Average Activities Rating3
Average Parents Rating3
Average Safety Rating3


Arvada West High School Reviews

 
Arvada High school caters to the sdport orientateed kids only. they dont seem to care about others. they have no rules. and they aren't acadamically challengeing for the kids.

The administration, as others have stated, is a dictatorship. They have no concern for the students. Sometimes you can get lucky with some good teachers, but there are quite a few teachers who could be replaced with students and the class would be taught better. Security is focused more on taking cell phones rather than protecting students. Cars get vandalized constantly and the staff is more focused on taking cell phones. It is ridiculous.

A-West, mediocre, it's an alright school for a freshman, after that get out of there. It has a terrible environment. The honors classes are great but the rest is pathetic.

I'm going into my senior year at A-West. Although A-West does have some exceptional teachers and is gradually getting more and more AP classes available, the school is still only average. The administration is almost a dictaorship, with the 'citizens' of A-West (students) low on the information scale. As well, more course offerings and a smoothering scheduling process should be added. Plus, the counseling department barley knows its students or their job description. Sports are praised too much. The English department is exceptional.

My son just graduated from A West, and despite his A average , and taking all available Honors classes, is not nearly as well prepared as the students of the state we moved to, for a good college. If you want your child to go on to do really well at a competitive school, this HS is not the place to be. There are a few exceptional teachers (like the Honors Physics class and some of the English teachers)) but most are complacent and mediocre.

I have been very pleased with my son's teachers in general. He has done very well here and enjoys both the diverse curriculum and the many different sports options.

This is the second year for my son at Awest. We are very happy with the environment that Awest provides in learning and in social. It is a school that has children from diverse back grounds and different social, economic back grounds. My son has had the opportunity to advance in his learning through honors and AP classes. We are very happy at AWEST!

As a partent I am concerned about the principals lack of consideration in keeping us informed of the more negative incendents on campass. My child doesnt feel safe at this school.

The education and overall experience are lacking

Has been a great experience for my daughter, for her first year.

My son is a 10th grader at Arvada West. He is very happy there. There are a wide variety of kids, lots of sport playing opportunity, and grerat class selections. The counseling staff is great. They help the kids choose classes, not only to meet their graduation requirement, but also to target a/some particular college(s). The teachers ar very responsive to parent inquiries, and the 'In Touch' sytem allows you to go on line any time and check on your childs, current grade in each class, homework, (completred and missed), attendance etc. We have had a very positive experience at AW.



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