Westmont High School is located in Campbell, California, United States and is part of the Campbell Union High School District. First opened in the fall of 1964, Westmont drew students initially from both Blackford and Campbell High Schools.
Serving 1,682 students in grades 9-12, Westmont High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the California state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,682 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Westmont High serves the western part of Campbell, CA, covering an area of approximately 6.8 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westmont High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Westmont High School's student population of 1,682 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,682 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1964
School Rankings
Westmont High School ranks within the top 20% of all 9,523 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westmont High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1267 out of 9523 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
47%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
21:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 1997–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
22%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
37%
56%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
29%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
86.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
27.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Red, Scarlet
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westmont High School's ranking?
Westmont High School is ranked #1267 out of 9,523 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
What schools are Westmont High School often compared to?
Westmont High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Prospect High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% CA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westmont High School?
The graduation rate of Westmont High School is 96%, which is higher than the California state average of 86.2%.
How many students attend Westmont High School?
1,682 students attend Westmont High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Westmont High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westmont High School?
Westmont High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Westmont High School offer ?
Westmont High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Westmont High School part of?
Westmont High School is part of Campbell Union High School District.
School Calendar
View the Westmont High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 23, 2026 (Monday)
Spring Break
April 12, 2027 (Monday)
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