Serving 650 students in grades 9-12, Westerly High School ranks in the top 50% 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 approximately equal to the Rhode Island state average of 29%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Rhode Island state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Rhode Island state average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 650 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in RI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Westerly High School's attendance zone covers the entire Westerly, RI school district, encompassing approximately 74.6 square miles. Most areas within the zone are typically a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 3 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 9.9 miles at its furthest point.
- 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
School Overview
Westerly High School's student population of 650 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
650 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1870
School Rankings
Westerly High School ranks within the top 50% of all 287 schools in Rhode Island (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westerly High School is 0.38, 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
#95 out of 287 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
29%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
33%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
31%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
13:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Asian
3%
3%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
2%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
78%
50%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
6%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84.1%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.2%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
School Mascot
Bulldog
Source: 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 #95 out of 287 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Rhode Island.
What schools are Westerly High School often compared to?
Westerly High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Kingstown High School, Chariho High School, North Kingstown Sr. 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 29% 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 84.1%.
How many students attend Westerly High School?
650 students attend Westerly High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Westerly High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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 (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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