Serving 1,690 students in grades 9-12, Westmont High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the California state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,690 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westmont High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Westmont High School's student population of 1,690 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,690 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westmont High School ranks within the top 10% of all 3,649 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westmont High School is 0.73, which is more 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
#289 out of 3649 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
21:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
24%
12%
Hispanic
33%
56%
Black
2%
5%
White
32%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westmont High School's ranking?
Westmont High School is ranked #289 out of 3,649 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in California.
What schools are Westmont High School often compared to?
Westmont High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prospect High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westmont High School?
The graduation rate of Westmont High School is 93%, which is higher than the California state average of 84%.
How many students attend Westmont High School?
1,690 students attend Westmont High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Westmont High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 24% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westmont High School?
Westmont High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Westmont High School offer ?
Westmont High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Westmont High School part of?
Westmont High School is part of Campbell Union High School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break -No School (Events)
April 08, 2024 (Monday)
First day of school (Events)
August 14, 2024 (Wednesday)
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