[5] The grammar school itself was closed because its WPA era buildings were deemed unsafe in the event of an earthquake.

[2][7] Starting in 1968 the first new building was occupied and a few classes transitioned to the new campus, many in temporary classrooms while further permanent structures were built.

[8] The campus occupies 143 acres (58 ha) near the West Valley Freeway in Saratoga.

The district serves the cities of Saratoga, Campbell, Los Gatos, Monte Sereno, Santa Clara, and San Jose.

As of 2017, the school had a total enrollment of 9,463 students and its faculty had 404 full-time and 168 associate members.

The West Valley Vikings represent the school in sport and athletics.

[11] Since 2010, the West Valley softball team has reached the playoffs four times and won two Conference Championships, the last in 2015.