Excellent
#11 of 302 schools in RI
Top 3% in state
Westerly High School
High School · Westerly
23 Ward Avenue, Westerly, RI 02891
Enrollment
692
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
8.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
692
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
8.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Rhode Island schools
#11 of 302
In Westerly
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
Westerly
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Westerly High School
Westerly High School is a public high school in Westerly, RI, part of Westerly. Westerly High School serves approximately 692 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Westerly High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #11 of 302 schools in RI.
Structured state assessment records for Westerly High School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- RI avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Westerly High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Westerly High School — Students at Westerly High School score 47% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
26.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores RI EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 test records from RI 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: 9.0/10.
How Westerly High School Compares
See how Westerly High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
23 Ward Avenue, Westerly, RI 02891
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westerly High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Chariho High School (rated 8.3/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Wood River Junction), with a comparable rating. Another option is Stonington High School (rated 7.3/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Pawcatuck), a more accessible option. Additionally, Wheeler High School (rated 7.1/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby North Stonington), a more accessible option. For more schools in Westerly, see our Westerly schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Westerly Inclusion Preschool P Westerly | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| State Street School Westerly | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Pawcatuck | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| West Vine Street School Pawcatuck | 1.4 mi | 9.4 |
| Springbrook Elementary School Westerly | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Westerly Middle School Westerly | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Stonington High School Pawcatuck | 2.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Dunn's Corners School Westerly | 3.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Ashaway Elementary School Ashaway | 3.4 mi | 8.8 |
| NORTH STONINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY North Stonington | 3.8 mi | 6.6 |
| PINE POINT SCHOOL Stonington | 4.0 mi | 6.9 |
| Wheeler High School North Stonington | 5.6 mi | 7.1 |
| North Stonington Elementary School North Stonington | 5.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Deans Mill School Stonington | 5.6 mi | 9.5 |
| Stonington Middle School Mystic | 6.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Chariho Regional Middle School Wood River Junction | 8.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Chariho Alternative Learning A Wood River Junction | 8.1 mi | 6.3 |
| Chariho High School Wood River Junction | 8.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Gallup Hill School Ledyard | 8.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Northeast Academy Magnet School Mystic | 8.6 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02891 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$90,435
Median Home Value
$422,600
Median Rent
$1,249/mo
Population
21,698
College Educated
41.4%
Homeownership
74.6%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
54.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Narragansett High School Narragansett, RI | 8.8 |
| Exeter-West Greenwich Regional West Greenwich, RI | 8.6 |
| South Kingstown High Wakefield, RI | 9.3 |
| Tiverton High School Tiverton, RI | 8.5 |
| East Greenwich High East Greenwich, RI | 9.4 |
| Portsmouth High School Portsmouth, RI | 9.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westerly High School
What grades does Westerly High School serve?
Westerly High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Westerly High School?
Westerly High School has an enrollment of approximately 692 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westerly High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Westerly High School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Westerly High School rank in RI?
Westerly High School ranks #11 of 302 schools in RI.
What is Westerly High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Westerly High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Westerly High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Westerly High School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Westerly High School a charter school?
No, Westerly High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Westerly High School a Title I school?
No, Westerly High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westerly High School?
26.9% of students at Westerly 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 692
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 73
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 26.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Washington County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.4%
- Phone
- (401) 315-1501
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
Westerly- District Enrollment
- 2,215
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,503
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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