School Overview
Westminster High School, located on Washington Road in Westminster, Maryland, serves as a prominent educational institution within the Carroll County Public Schools district. As a comprehensive public high school, it offers a diverse academic curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The school is known for fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and personal growth through a variety of instructional programs.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Westminster High School provides a wide array of extracurricular opportunities, including competitive athletics, fine arts programs, and various student-led clubs and organizations. These activities play a vital role in the school’s culture, encouraging students to develop leadership skills, teamwork, and community engagement. By integrating rigorous classroom instruction with these enrichment opportunities, the school aims to cultivate well-rounded students who are prepared to contribute positively to their community and the broader world.
1,517
Total Students
93.3
Full-Time Teachers
16.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
24.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Westminster High
Demographic Student Count
White1,173
Hispanic124
Black84
Asian61
Two or More65
American Indian2
Pacific Islander6
  • White
    1,173 (77.4 %)
  • Hispanic
    124 (8.2 %)
  • Black
    84 (5.5 %)
  • Two or More
    65 (4.3 %)
  • Asian
    61 (4.0 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    6 (0.4 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.1 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Carroll County Public Schools
Phone: (410)751-3630
Website: http://www.carrollk12.org/whs/
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,517
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 93.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 16.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 297
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 72
Grades Taught
Grade 9 457
Grade 10 363
Grade 11 364
Grade 12 333

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Westminster High
Grade Student Count
Grade 9457
Grade 10363
Grade 11364
Grade 12333
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Westminster High
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female75449.7%
Male76150.2%
Not Specified20.1%