Serving 1,302 students in grades 9-12, Westmoor 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 37% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 22:1 is equal to the California state level of 22:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the California state average of 79% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,302 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 22:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westmoor High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Westmoor High School's student population of 1,302 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,302 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westmoor 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 Westmoor 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
#2164 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
22:1
22:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
61%
12%
Hispanic
25%
55%
Black
1%
5%
White
7%
21%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westmoor High School's ranking?
Westmoor High School is ranked #2164 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Westmoor High School often compared to?
Westmoor High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jefferson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westmoor High School?
The graduation rate of Westmoor High School is 89%, which is higher than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend Westmoor High School?
1,302 students attend Westmoor High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Westmoor High School students are Asian, 25% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westmoor High School?
Westmoor High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is equal to the California state average of 22:1.
What grades does Westmoor High School offer ?
Westmoor High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Westmoor High School part of?
Westmoor High School is part of Jefferson Union High School District.
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