WESTHILL HIGH SCHOOL
Westhill High School is a public high school that is part of the Stamford School District school district, located in Stamford, CT with about 2,061 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 160 teachers, Westhill High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
Westhill High School, located in Stamford, Connecticut, is a large, diverse public secondary school serving students in grades 9 through 12. As one of the three high schools in the Stamford Public Schools district, it offers a comprehensive academic curriculum, including a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, honors programs, and career-focused electives. The school is known for its vibrant extracurricular culture, boasting numerous varsity athletic teams, competitive arts programs, and a variety of student-led clubs that encourage community involvement and student leadership.
The school community at Westhill is often noted for its cultural diversity, which plays a central role in shaping the daily campus experience. With its mission rooted in fostering academic excellence and social responsibility, the school emphasizes preparing students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. Through its combination of rigorous academic preparation and a wide range of social outlets, Westhill High School aims to provide a well-rounded educational environment that supports the individual development of its student body.
For more information, contact Westhill High School at (203) 977-4477 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Stamford, CT 06902-1215
(203) 977-4477
http://www.westhillweb.com/
WESTHILL HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Stamford, CT with about 2,061 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Connecticut
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Stamford School District
- Total Students:
- 2,061
- Teachers:
- 160.38
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 2,061 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 42.0%
- White
- 34.0%
- Black or African American
- 16.2%
- Asian
- 6.3%
- Two or more races
- 1.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.0%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.0%
- Female
- 51.8%
- Male
- 48.2%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.