Serving 176 students in grades 9-12, Westbrook High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westbrook High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Westbrook High School's student population of 176 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
176 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westbrook High School ranks within the top 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westbrook High School is 0.46, 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
#374 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
29%
31%
Black
n/a
12%
White
68%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westbrook High School's ranking?
Westbrook High School is ranked #374 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Westbrook High School often compared to?
Westbrook High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley Regional High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westbrook High School?
The graduation rate of Westbrook High School is 90%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Westbrook High School?
176 students attend Westbrook High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Westbrook High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westbrook High School?
Westbrook High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Westbrook High School offer ?
Westbrook High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Westbrook High School part of?
Westbrook High School is part of Westbrook School District.
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