Westmar High School serves 463 students in grades 9-12.
Minority enrollment was 1% of the student body (majority Asian), which was lower than the Maryland state average of 67% (majority Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
463 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
n/a
22%
Black
n/a
33%
White
99%
33%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Westmar High School?
463 students attend Westmar High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Westmar High School students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Westmar High School offer ?
Westmar High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Westmar High School part of?
Westmar High School is part of Allegany County Public Schools School District.
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