Excellent
#323 of 2,463 schools in NJ
Top 13% in state
Westfield Senior High School
High School · Westfield Public School District
550 Dorian Road, Westfield, NJ 07090
Enrollment
1,784
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
8.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,784
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
8.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Westfield
#4 of 11
public schools
New Jersey high schools
#57 of 422
In district
#3 of 10
Westfield Public School District
Equity
9.2 / 10
Exceptional
About Westfield Senior High School
Westfield Senior High School is a public high school in Westfield, NJ, part of the Westfield Public School District. The school serves approximately 1,784 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.7:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.1/10, placing it in the 86.9th percentile among NJ schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 63% proficiency in math, 8 points above the state average and 79% in reading/language arts, 21 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.2/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $212,700, where 77% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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Westfield Senior High School — Students at Westfield Senior High School score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
1.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NJ NJSLA (2023-24)
Based on 9 test records from NJ state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.2/10.
How Westfield Senior High School Compares
See how Westfield Senior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 62% (2019) to 70% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 84% (2019) to 76% (2022).
Location
550 Dorian Road, Westfield, NJ 07090
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westfield Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Wilson Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is McKinley Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Tamaques Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Westfield, see our Westfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLY TRINITY Westfield | 0.2 mi | 6.0 |
| McKinley Elementary School Westfield | 0.3 mi | 8.1 |
| WESLEY HALL SCHOOL FOR ERLY CHILDHOOD KINDERGARTEN Westfield | 0.4 mi | — |
| Lincoln Early Childhood Center Westfield | 0.4 mi | 5.9 |
| HERE WE GROW CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER Westfield | 0.4 mi | — |
| KINDERPREP Westfield | 0.5 mi | — |
| PRECIOUS PEOPLE EARLY LEARNING CENTER Westfield | 0.5 mi | — |
| COMPASS SCHOOL HOUSE Westfield | 0.6 mi | — |
| Thomas Edison Intermediate School Westfield | 0.6 mi | 6.8 |
| NOAH'S ARK COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Westfield | 0.5 mi | — |
| PNS&K Westfield | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| WESTFIELD DAYCARE CENTER Westfield | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Roosevelt Intermediate School Westfield | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| ST PAULS DAY SCHOOL Westfield | 0.7 mi | 3.8 |
| WESTFIELD AREA Y KINDERGARTEN Westfield | 0.7 mi | — |
| CHRISTOPHER ACADEMY Westfield | 0.8 mi | — |
| CHRISTOPHER ACADEMY Westfield | 0.8 mi | — |
| Tamaques Elementary School Westfield | 0.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Franklin Elementary School Westfield | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Wilson Elementary School Westfield | 1.2 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 07090 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$212,700
Median Home Value
$930,500
Median Rent
$2,211/mo
Population
30,760
College Educated
76.7%
Homeownership
80.3%
Avg Commute
36.2 min
Poverty Rate
2.1%
Median Age
41
Community Profile
The community surrounding Westfield Senior High School has a median household income of $212,700. It is a well-educated community where 77% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $930,500, with a median rent of $2,211/month. The local poverty rate of 2.1% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Elizabeth High School - Frank J Cicarell Academy Elizabeth, NJ | 8.0 |
| Hopewell Valley Central High School Pennington, NJ | 8.2 |
| Middletown High School South Middletown, NJ | 8.0 |
| Montgomery High School Skillman, NJ | 8.0 |
| Montville Township High School Montville, NJ | 8.0 |
| Randolph High School Randolph, NJ | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westfield Senior High School
What grades does Westfield Senior High School serve?
Westfield Senior High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Westfield Senior High School?
Westfield Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,784 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westfield Senior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Westfield Senior High School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Westfield Senior High School rank in NJ?
Westfield Senior High School is ranked #323 out of 2,463 schools in NJ.
What is Westfield Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Westfield Senior High School has a composite rating of 8.1 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Westfield Senior High School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Westfield Senior High School has 62.9% math proficiency and 78.8% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Westfield Senior High School a charter school?
No, Westfield Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Westfield Senior High School a Title I school?
No, Westfield Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westfield Senior High School?
1.8% of students at Westfield Senior High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
- Walk Score
- 71 Very Walkable
- Transit Score
- 40 Some Transit
- Bike Score
- 51 Bikeable
- City Safety
- Average (572/100K)
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,784
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 152
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 1.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Union County
- Phone
- (908) 789-4500
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Westfield Public School District- District Enrollment
- 5,979
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,681
- District Rank
- #3 of 10
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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