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Arvada West High School in Denver, Colorado

Arvada West High School Detail

(303) 982-1303
11325 Allendale Drive
Arvada, CO 80004
Levels: 9-12
District: Jefferson County Public Schools


Arvada West High School Census Data

Census InfoValueYear
Student Teacher Ratio:21.4% (2008)
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)

Arvada West High School Ratings Summary

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

Arvada West High School Reviews

Quality Score: 3
Post Date:2009-05-16
“I'm a graduate of A-West. I think Arvada West is an average high school in a reasonably well educated middle class neighborhood. They have AP and honors classes, music programs, etc. Smart or ambitious students can be reasonably challenged and accommodated, lazy students can get by, athletes can play sports. Jeffco will pay for college classes if you advance beyond what they can teach (i.e. differential equations). I will echo what another reviewer said about their counselors being MIA. I don't even know what they do. Do your kids a favor and help them out with college admissions or find someone who can because they aren't getting any assistance at school.”
This review was posted by a student.
Quality Score: 1
Post Date:2008-03-27
“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.”
This review was posted by a other.
Quality Score: 2
Post Date:2008-02-25
“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.”
This review was posted by a student.
Quality Score: 1
Post Date:2007-11-01
“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.”
This review was posted by a student.
Quality Score: 3
Post Date:2007-07-06
“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.”
This review was posted by a student.
Quality Score: 2
Post Date:2007-05-15
“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.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2007-05-12
“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 review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2006-08-22
“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!”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 2
Post Date:2006-03-23
“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.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 2
Post Date:2006-02-14
“The education and overall experience are lacking”
This review was posted by a former student.
Quality Score: 4
Post Date:2005-06-08
“Has been a great experience for my daughter, for her first year.”
This review was posted by a parent.
Quality Score: 5
Post Date:2005-05-03
“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.”
This review was posted by a parent.




     




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