Westbrook High School is a U.S. public high school located in Westbrook, Connecticut. The school serves grades 9 through 12, and usually enrolls between 150 and 250 students each year. Westbrook High School is a part of the Westbrook Public Schools.
Serving 166 students in grades 9-12, Westbrook High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 166 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westbrook High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Westbrook High School's student population of 166 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
166 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Knights
School Rankings
Westbrook High School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westbrook High School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#453 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
Hispanic
34%
32%
Black
1%
12%
White
64%
46%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knights
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westbrook High School's ranking?
Westbrook High School is ranked #453 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Westbrook High School often compared to?
Westbrook High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley Regional High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westbrook High School?
The graduation rate of Westbrook High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Westbrook High School?
166 students attend Westbrook High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Westbrook High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westbrook High School?
Westbrook High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Westbrook High School offer ?
Westbrook High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westbrook High School part of?
Westbrook High School is part of Westbrook School District.
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