Westmoor High School is a public high school in Daly City, California, United States. It serves grades 9 through 12 as part of the Jefferson Union High School District. It generally serves the residents of Daly City, Pacifica, and Colma. It was recently selected as a California Distinguished School.
Serving 1,256 students in grades 9-12, Westmoor High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,256 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westmoor High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Westmoor High School's student population of 1,256 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,256 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Year Founded
1956
Colors
White, Green
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westmoor High School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westmoor High School is 0.57, which is less 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
#2164 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
59%
12%
Hispanic
28%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
6%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Westmoor Ram
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westmoor High School's ranking?
Westmoor High School is ranked #2164 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Westmoor High School often compared to?
Westmoor High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westmoor High School?
The graduation rate of Westmoor High School is 89%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Westmoor High School?
1,256 students attend Westmoor High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Westmoor High School students are Asian, 28% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westmoor High School?
Westmoor High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Westmoor High School offer ?
Westmoor High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Westmoor High School part of?
Westmoor High School is part of Jefferson Union High School District.
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