Westerly High School

Westerly High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
23 Ward Ave,  Westerly, RI
Westerly Public Schools
3.5
2.2
692 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Average SAT Score
1190
Average ACT Score
30
Math Proficiency
37%
Reading Proficiency
57%
Average GPA
3.47
Graduation Rate
92%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
A-
Teachers
C+
College Prep
B-
Administration
C
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
A
Sports
C-
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.47
Reading Proficiency
57%
Math Proficiency
37%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers
73
Full Time Teachers
73
Teachers in First or Second Year
2.5%
College Prep
Average SAT
1190
Math
590
Verbal
600
Average ACT
30
Math
29
English
29
Reading
31
Science
29
Number of AP Courses
17
AP Pass Rate
60.7%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Science
14.3%
State Average
13.3%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
248:1

Student Diversity

Female
53.6%
Male
46.2%
White
80.5%
Hispanic
8.4%
Two or more races
6.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
2%
Black
1.4%
Native American
1.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#6 Best HS For Athletes in Rhode Island
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Rhode Island 171 Students
Rhode Island College 68 Students
Boston University 55 Students
University of Connecticut 50 Students
Quinnipiac University 49 Students
Providence College 41 Students
Roger Williams University 39 Students
Suffolk University 38 Students
Boston College 37 Students
University of New Hampshire 33 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Psychology 37 Students
Biology 31 Students
Business 28 Students
Nursing 22 Students
Computer Science 21 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 20 Students
Communications 15 Students
Political Science and Government 14 Students
Education 12 Students
Environmental Science 12 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.5 141 Reviews
4.0 Alum
12/29/2024
I very much enjoyed Westerly High School with its engaging extracurriculars and its ability to prepare students for next steps after graduation. The Faculty and staff are very lovely and truly love what they do. Westerly is a safe community where its locals are very engaged with what goes on campus.
5.0 Senior
10/15/2024
Overall, my experience at Westerly High School will always be memorable. I learned, created new bonds, and grew up in a community where I felt safe and was comfortable with. I will always be so grateful for having the chance to be lucky to fit into a public school, even though others may not feel the same. I had felt like this school was the best way to go for me and that I truly would of not been happier.
4.0 Junior
6/17/2020
Most of the teachers are very caring. However the food in the school is not great. our music and arts programs are amazing along with our CTE programs like culinary, cosmetology, and construction.
GreatSchools Reviews
2.2 5 Reviews
5.0 other
8/20/2022
This school was about average, but for RI id say it’s above average. People in this area are abundantly rude which reflects in the schools.
3.0 parent
1/20/2012
Some of the teachers are excellent in the AP and honors programs, but unfortunately some teachers are mediocre and inappropriate. A 17-year old does not need to know about a teacher's social life or prior job as an unclothed dancer for women. Students still smoke when walking between buildings and t...
1.0 other
4/8/2009
1.0 student
11/3/2008

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Westerly High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Westerly, RI, in the Westerly neighborhood, and is served by the Westerly Public Schools in Rhode Island. The school has a total enrollment of 692 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. Academic records show that 37% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 57% are proficient in reading. Westerly High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.47, the graduation rate is 92%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1190 and an ACT score of 30. The average home value in this area is $813,670. Discover additional schools in the area, like Stonington High School, North Stonington Christian Academy, Stonington Institute School, and more. Learn more about what Westerly has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Westerly High School.

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