Westerly High School is a public high school located in Westerly, Rhode Island, United States. The school is part of Westerly Public Schools.
Serving 692 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 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 33%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 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 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 692 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Westerly High School's student population of 692 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
692 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Year Founded
1870
Colors
White, Blue
School Rankings
Westerly High School ranks within the top 30% of all 289 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 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#68 out of 289 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
33%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
9%
30%
Black
1%
9%
White
79%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), RI Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westerly High School's ranking?
Westerly High School is ranked #68 out of 289 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% RI state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 33% RI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westerly High School?
The graduation rate of Westerly High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Rhode Island state average of 83%.
How many students attend Westerly High School?
692 students attend Westerly High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Westerly High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 1% 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 9:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westerly High School part of?
Westerly High School is part of Westerly School District.
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