Western Center Academy

About Western Center Academy

Western Center Academy is an independent, private school located in the heart of the city. Established in 1887, it has a long history of providing a quality education to its students. The school offers a variety of academic programs, including a rigorous college preparatory curriculum, as well as a variety of extracurricular activities. Students at Western Center Academy are encouraged to explore their interests and develop their skills through a wide range of activities, such as sports, music, art, and drama.
The school is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for its students. It has a strict code of conduct and a zero-tolerance policy for any type of bullying or harassment. The school also provides a range of support services, such as counseling and tutoring, to ensure that students are able to reach their full potential.
Western Center Academy has a strong commitment to excellence in teaching and learning. It has a highly qualified and experienced faculty, who are dedicated to helping students reach their academic goals. The school also provides a range of resources, such as books and computers, to help students succeed.
At Western Center Academy, we strive to create a supportive and nurturing environment that encourages students to reach their full potential. We are committed to providing a quality education and a safe and secure learning environment for all of our students.

Address:	2345 Searl Pkwy. Hemet, CA 92543
Phone:	(951) 766-9030
Site:	westerncentermuseum.org
Grades:	6 – 12
Enrollment:	728 students

Overview Western Center Academy

Western Center Academy serves 728 students in grades 6-12.
Western Center Academy placed in the top 5% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 78% (majority Hispanic).

Verdict on Western Center Academy

Western Center Academy is ranked within the top 5% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.The diversity score of Western Center Academy is 0.66, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school’s diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.