Serving 702 students in grades 9-12, Westbrook High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is approximately equal to the Maine state average of 82%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 13% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 702 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westbrook High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Westbrook High School's student population of 702 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
702 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westbrook High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 512 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westbrook High School is 0.50, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.24. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#345 out of 512 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
2%
Hispanic
4%
3%
Black
16%
4%
White
69%
87%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
32%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westbrook High School's ranking?
Westbrook High School is ranked #345 out of 512 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Westbrook High School often compared to?
Westbrook High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deering High School, South Portland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% ME state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westbrook High School?
The graduation rate of Westbrook High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Maine state average of 86%.
How many students attend Westbrook High School?
702 students attend Westbrook High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Westbrook High School students are White, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westbrook High School?
Westbrook High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Westbrook High School offer ?
Westbrook High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Westbrook High School part of?
Westbrook High School is part of Westbrook Public Schools School District.
School Reviews
4 8/9/2019
The child who wants to succeed has every opportunity to receive a top-quality education at Westbrook High School in a well-supported community with caring teachers. Graduates pull thousands in scholarships every year and go on to whatever field they choose has been well-prepared.In addition, WHS offers an excellent music program with one of the state's largest marching bands and highly-acclaimed Jazz Ensemble, an award-winning drama department and a full slate of athletic programs. But, like every school system, the administrative support staff continues to grow at the expense of the educational arm but that will remain unchanged until there is a systemic overhaul in America freeing teachers to teach.
1 2/26/2018
I am a current Student at Westbrook High School and an okay school. If you have the opportunity to send your kids somewhere PLEASE DO!
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