Serving 2,021 students in grades 9-12, Westminster High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 32%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,021 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Top 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westminster High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Westminster High School's student population of 2,021 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,021 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westminster High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,779 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westminster High School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1489 out of 1779 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
32%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)8%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
3%
Hispanic
80%
35%
Black
2%
5%
White
11%
51%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westminster High School's ranking?
Westminster High School is ranked #1489 out of 1,779 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Westminster High School often compared to?
Westminster High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northglenn High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 32% CO state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westminster High School?
The graduation rate of Westminster High School is 84%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Westminster High School?
2,021 students attend Westminster High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Westminster High School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westminster High School?
Westminster High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 16:1.
What grades does Westminster High School offer ?
Westminster High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Westminster High School part of?
Westminster High School is part of Westminster School District.
In what neighborhood is Westminster High School located?
Westminster High School is located in the South Westminster neighborhood of Westminster, CO. There are 9 other public schools located in South Westminster.
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