Westhill High School is a high school located in Stamford, Connecticut, United States. It is located on Roxbury Road, in the northern section of Stamford. Westhill is one of three large public high schools in Stamford, CT, the others being AITE and Stamford High School, the latter being a notable sports rival.
Serving 2,224 students in grades 9-12, Westhill High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,224 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 76% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Westhill High School serves the northwest part of Stamford, CT, covering an area of approximately 24.8 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 10 to 12-minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 6.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westhill High School's student population of 2,224 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 154 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,224 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
154 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1972
School Rankings
Westhill High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westhill High School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#549 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
61%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
76%
88.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.3%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gold
School Mascot
Vikings
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westhill High School's ranking?
Westhill High School is ranked #549 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Westhill High School often compared to?
Westhill High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stamford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westhill High School?
The graduation rate of Westhill High School is 76%, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 88.2%.
How many students attend Westhill High School?
2,224 students attend Westhill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Westhill High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westhill High School?
Westhill High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Westhill High School offer ?
Westhill High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westhill High School part of?
Westhill High School is part of Stamford School District.
In what neighborhood is Westhill High School located?
Westhill High School is located in the Westover neighborhood of Stamford, CT. There are 2 other public schools located in Westover.
School Calendar
View the Westhill High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Spring Break-NO SCHOOL
April 12, 2027 (Monday)
Spring Break-NO SCHOOL
April 13, 2027 (Tuesday)
Spring Break-NO SCHOOL
April 14, 2027 (Wednesday)
Spring Break-NO SCHOOL
April 15, 2027 (Thursday)
Spring Break-NO SCHOOL
April 16, 2027 (Friday)
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The school is filled with thugs that roam and deface the halls, do drugs, and are disrespectful to everyone around them. Security is a joke and the administration isn't much better. No one does anything to improve the school climate. If you're in honors or AP classes, the experience is much better, and those are pretty much the only kids that participate in the extra curriculars. Unfortunately, they have to suffer with the trash that surrounds them.
5 10/10/2025
Westhill is a great school! The AP classes are amazing that they have. The administration is tight, so you shouldn't worry much about it.
5 10/10/2025
Wow! I was so amazed coming from New York of the staff, then administration of how professional and great I was treated. My daughter loved the school and her first reaction of seeing it in person, saying This school looks like one from the movies. She loved it and enjoy her experiences there.
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