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Western School of Technology & Environmental Science

#5 in Best Magnet High Schools in Maryland
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • Public, Magnet
  • 9-12
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 549 reviews
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A-
    2. Diversity
      A
    3. Teachers
      A-
    4. College Prep
      A-
    5. Clubs & Activities
      B
    6. Health & Safety
      A
    7. Administration
      A-
    8. Sports
      B+
    9. Food
      C+
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B-
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    Western School of Technology & Environmental Science is a highly rated, public, magnet school located in Baltimore, MD. It has 905 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 15 to 1. According to state test scores, 98% of students are at least proficient in math and 73% in reading.
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    (410) 887-0840
    100 Kenwood Ave
    Baltimore, MD 21228
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    Western School of Technology & Environmental Science Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    73%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    98%
    Average Graduation Rate
    97%
    Average SAT
    1160
    468 responses
    Average ACT
    26
    31 responses
    AP Enrollment
    32%
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    Living in the Area
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      B-
    2. Good for Families
      A
    3. Housing
      B
    Median Household Income
    $88,405
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,374
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $321,300
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    90%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.67 responses
    Poll
    78%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.67 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 305 responses
    Report
    • Science expo
      20%
    • Cultural Coalessence
      19%
    • Pep rally
      16%
    • Prom, homecoming
      14%
    • Spirit week
      7%
    • Sports Games
      6%
    • May Fair
      6%

    Students

    Diversity
    A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    905
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    37%
    90%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.80 responses
    66%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.80 responses
    70%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.80 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    15:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $65,965
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    4.8%
    76%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.96 responses
    80%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.96 responses
    80%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.96 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    B
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Average
    Boys Athletic Participation
    High
    Expenses Per Student
    $15,173/ year
    National
    $12,239
    75%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.108 responses
    46%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.108 responses
    66%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.108 responses
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    I am a freshman in Western Tech and it is a very good school compared with the others in Baltimore County. The school does give you challenging courses and they main priority is to prepare you for college. The teachers are average, some teachers are really good while others are not as good in conducting a classroom appropriately, like in most schools. Western Tech has so many clubs it’s unbelievable and the amount of diversity we have in each classroom is to a great extent. Western Tech has clubs relating to culture like African Student Association and South Asian Student Association and other clubs like the Fishing club. They need improvement on how to spend student’s downtime. They try by doing Cultural Coalescence and Club day, but in my opinion we should have a break in time called Study Hall where students can get caught up in their school work, chill out, and study! Overall Western Tech is the number one school to go to!
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    Western is a crazy place. The people and teachers are borderline insane. However, they do help you a lot in real life areas. They give SAT prep classes, scholarship links, enforce college enrollment, and even let you register to vote!
    I attended Western School of Technology and Environmental Science as a Business Management and Finance magnet student. Studying in this program at Western was extremely beneficial to me as I was able to get certified as a Microsoft Office Specialist. I also took several business courses to include an introduction to Marketing, Accounting I, and Accounting II. I also took a Business Capstone class that allowed me to invent a business idea and actually invent a product to market. The teachers at Western are extremely invested in the students, and clearly work to the best of their abilities for each and every student.