Westhill High School
2,265 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
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.
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.
2,265
Total Students
188.3
Full-Time Teachers
12.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
52.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 558 |
| Hispanic | 1,213 |
| Black | 278 |
| Asian | 159 |
| Two or More | 51 |
| American Indian | 2 |
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Hispanic1,213 (53.6 %)
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White558 (24.7 %)
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Black278 (12.3 %)
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Asian159 (7.0 %)
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Two or More51 (2.3 %)
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American Indian2 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Stamford School District |
| Phone: | (203)977-4477 |
| Website: | http://www.westhillweb.com/ |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 2,265 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 188.3 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 960 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 231 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
604
Grade 10
713
Grade 11
482
Grade 12
466
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 604 |
| Grade 10 | 713 |
| Grade 11 | 482 |
| Grade 12 | 466 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 1,085 | 47.9% |
| Male | 1,176 | 51.9% |
| Not Specified | 4 | 0.2% |
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