WESTERLY HIGH SCHOOL

Westerly High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Westerly school district, located in Westerly, RI with about 798 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 80 teachers, Westerly High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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.

Westerly High School, located at 23 Ward Avenue in Westerly, Rhode Island, serves as the primary public secondary institution for the Westerly Public Schools district. The school is committed to providing a comprehensive academic curriculum while fostering a supportive environment that encourages student growth, critical thinking, and civic responsibility. As a cornerstone of the local community, the school emphasizes preparing its students for post-secondary success, whether that involves higher education, vocational training, or immediate entry into the workforce.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Westerly High School provides a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletic programs, arts initiatives, and student-led clubs, which are designed to cultivate well-rounded individuals. The school maintains a focus on integrating modern technology and student-centered learning practices to meet the evolving needs of its diverse student body. By promoting a culture of achievement and community involvement, Westerly High School strives to empower its graduates to become productive and engaged citizens within their community and beyond.

For more information, contact Westerly High School at (401) 596-2109 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

23 Ward Avenue
Westerly, RI 02891
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WESTERLY HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Westerly, RI with about 798 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Rhode Island

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Westerly
Total Students:
798
Teachers:
80.8
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
Title I targeted assistance eligible school-No program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 798 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending WESTERLY HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 80% of the student body.

White
79.8%
Hispanic/Latino
7.9%
Two or more races
5.8%
Asian
3.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
1.1%
Black or African American
1.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.4%

Female
48.1%
Male
51.9%

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.