West High School (Akron, Ohio)
High school in Akron, Ohio
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West High School was a public high school in the Akron Public School District that served the city of Akron, Ohio from 1913 until 1953. The West Cowboys athletics team competed in the Akron City Series.
Coordinates41°05′05″N 81°32′00″W
TypeState School
Opened1914
Closed1953, converted to West Junior High School, which remained open until 1980. The building then became apartments for senior citizens.
| West High School | |
|---|---|
| Location | |
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315 S. Maple Street , 44302 | |
| Coordinates | 41°05′05″N 81°32′00″W |
| Information | |
| Type | State School |
| Opened | 1914 |
| Closed | 1953, converted to West Junior High School, which remained open until 1980. The building then became apartments for senior citizens. |
School district | Akron City School District |
| Grades | 9–12 |
| Colors | Red & Black |
Athletics conference | Akron City Series |
| Nickname | Cowboys |
History
West High School was originally built in 1913. In 1953, the building was converted into West Junior High School, which remained open until 1980. The building then became apartments for senior citizens.[1]
Notable alumni
- Sterling Tucker, Washington D.C. politician and mayoral candidate.[2]
