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district. The school houses two programs: Western Hills Design Technology High School and Western Hills University High School. But the building houses Western Hills Design Technology, Western Hills University and Dater High School. Western Hills High School was established in 1928. In 1938, the two wings were built to accommodate more classrooms.

Notable alumni

* Art Mahaffey — baseball pitcher, 2-time

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References

External links

Western Hills High School Alumni AssociationCincinnati Public Schools
High schools in Hamilton County, Ohio Cincinnati Public Schools Public high schools in Ohio Educational institutions established in 1928 1928 establishments in Ohio {{HamiltonCountyOH-school-stub