Serving 2,637 students in grades 9-12, Westminster 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 39% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,637 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westminster High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Westminster High School's student population of 2,637 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 109 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
2,637 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
109 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westminster 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 Westminster High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2163 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
44%
12%
Hispanic
50%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
4%
21%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westminster High School's ranking?
Westminster High School is ranked #2163 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Westminster High School often compared to?
Westminster High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fountain Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westminster High School?
The graduation rate of Westminster High School is 95%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Westminster High School?
2,637 students attend Westminster High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Westminster High School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westminster High School?
Westminster High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the California state average of 22:1.
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 Huntington Beach Union High School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of 1st Semester (School Activities)
January 24, 2025 (Friday)
LAST DAY OF SCHOOL (School Activities)
June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
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