Dedicated, Diverse, Driven – Meet Our District

Guided by a visionary Board of Education, West Ottawa works diligently to meet the goals of our district – and the high standards of our educators, parents and community:

• Increase student achievement for all learners
• Build, grow and support all members of the West Ottawa staff
• Sustain and improve our respectful learning community
• Be ethical and responsible stewards of the resources provided to the district

Teamwork makes it all possible

We’re blessed with a stellar team of dedicated teachers and support staff, tireless parent volunteers, talented students and enthusiastic community members. As our district grows, so does their combined energy – their commitment and care is boundless and bountiful. And it inspires us every day.

What To Know About West Ottawa

District Area: 69 square miles (Ottawa County)
District Population: 44,000+
Number of Schools: 12 Total

• 9 Elementary Schools (PreK-5th Grade)
• 2 Middle Schools (6-8th Grade)
• 1 High School (9-12th Grade)
• 1 Alternative High School

Points Of Pride

• All West Ottawa elementary and middle schools made AYP in both English Language Arts and Math and are at AYP phase 0.
• All West Ottawa schools earned an Education Yes! grade of an A or B.
• Above-average advanced placement participation and scores.
• Great Lakes Elementary School and West Ottawa High School are International Baccalaureate (IB) World Schools.