Westfield Senior High School is a comprehensive public high school located in Westfield, in Union County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey, serving students in ninth through twelfth grades as the lone secondary school of the Westfield Public Schools.
Serving 1,776 students in grades 9-12, Westfield Senior High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New Jersey state average of 63% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,776 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Westfield Senior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Westfield, NJ, covering approximately 6.7 square miles. This area generally allows for a typical drive to the school of about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge being around 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westfield Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Westfield Senior High School's student population of 1,776 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 155 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,776 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
155 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1869
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westfield Senior High School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,184 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westfield Senior High School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#212 out of 2184 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
38%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
23%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
11%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
35%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
14%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
37%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
90.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)2.7%
16.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
38%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westfield Senior High School's ranking?
Westfield Senior High School is ranked #212 out of 2,184 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% NJ state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westfield Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Westfield Senior High School is 96%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 90.5%.
How many students attend Westfield Senior High School?
1,776 students attend Westfield Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Westfield Senior High School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westfield Senior High School?
Westfield Senior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Westfield Senior High School offer ?
Westfield Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westfield Senior High School part of?
Westfield Senior High School is part of Westfield Public School District.
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