Serving 726 students in grades 9-12, Westerly High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Rhode Island for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 23%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 36%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 726 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 5% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westerly High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Rhode Island for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Westerly High School's student population of 726 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
726 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westerly High School ranks within the top 30% of all 288 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westerly High School is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#71 out of 288 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
23%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
8%
29%
Black
1%
9%
White
79%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westerly High School's ranking?
Westerly High School is ranked #71 out of 288 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Westerly High School often compared to?
Westerly High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chariho High School, North Kingstown Sr. High School, South Kingstown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 23% RI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 36% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westerly High School?
The graduation rate of Westerly High School is 95%, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 85%.
How many students attend Westerly High School?
726 students attend Westerly High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Westerly High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westerly High School?
Westerly High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 13:1.
What grades does Westerly High School offer ?
Westerly High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Westerly High School part of?
Westerly High School is part of Westerly School District.
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