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Huntington Beach Union High School District

Westminster High School

#18 in Best Magnet High Schools in Los Angeles Area
  • A-
    Overall Grade
  • Public, Magnet
  • 9-12
  • Westminster, CA
  • 493 reviews
    A-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B+
    2. Diversity
      A
    3. Teachers
      B
    4. College Prep
      A-
    5. Clubs & Activities
      C+
    6. Health & Safety
      B+
    7. Administration
      B-
    8. Sports
      B+
    9. Food
      B
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C-
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    Westminster High School is a highly rated, public, magnet school located in Westminster, CA. It has 2,826 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 26 to 1. According to state test scores, 49% of students are at least proficient in math and 75% in reading.
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    (714) 893-1381
    14325 Goldenw. St.
    Westminster, CA 92683
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    Westminster High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    75%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    49%
    Average Graduation Rate
    87%
    Average SAT
    1160
    400 responses
    Average ACT
    25
    53 responses
    AP Enrollment
    32%
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    Living in the Area
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      D
    2. Good for Families
      A
    3. Housing
      C-
    Median Household Income
    $103,910
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $2,181
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $795,300
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    B+
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    86%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.50 responses
    Poll
    84%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.50 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 153 responses
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    • Student Pep Rally
      16%
    • Sporting events
      16%
    • Dances
      16%
    • Homecoming football game
      12%
    • Competitions
      12%
    • Movie Nights
      10%
    • I love the leaning experience and the good people.
      5%

    Students

    Diversity
    A
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    2,826
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    80%
    75%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.52 responses
    75%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.52 responses
    87%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.52 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    26:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $93,818
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    13.1%
    71%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.69 responses
    78%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.69 responses
    81%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.69 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    C+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Low
    Expenses Per Student
    $12,613/ year
    National
    $12,239
    83%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.76 responses
    41%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.76 responses
    59%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.76 responses
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    Westminster High is great! It can improve. As a sophomore, I find that this school has problems like trash, unsanitary (locks don’t even work) restrooms, food waste, irritated staff, and wild students just like any other school. However, the majority of teachers are great and academics aren’t bad unlike the negative stigma other have of our school. Yes, there are bad students. No, we are not a dangerous or drug school. Our safety problems are equal to any other school, but security works hard to make it safe. Our school has made new changes like tutorial and the likes, and while it may be inconvinient to some, I am glad that this school is constantly striving for improvement. If you just need a good school, go here. We have good academics (Merits, OCAD, Avid), entertainment unit, band, orchestra, sports, athletics, culture, the giving farm, Upward Bound, and much more. I think you should go to another one only if it really has something special.
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    Westminster High School is a really nice and school! Though the diversity is very low, the cultures, sports, academics, and activities bring all the students, teachers, and parents together. As I am becoming a sophomore, I can acknowledge myself with an environment that is going to benefit me in the future. I find myself with a lot of teachers, clubs, and sports to make up why Westminster High School is a very good School. When you play in a sport, every sport will support each other giving everyone the spirit to cheer on each other. With that being said, we treat each other in sports as we are family. With clubs and activities too, the involvement of work that is done by students and teachers creates a culture where everyone can find their passion. Westminster High School creates an environment where everyone can find their passion and the motivation to work hard for it.
    Westminster is the diamond in the rough of the Huntington Beach Union High School district. We often get a bad rep here, because we're a school with students from less affluent neighborhoods, and because of the gangs that used to populate Westminster in the 80s. In fact, my friend from FV told me that some tracks teams had wanted to be escorted through West like it was a war zone or something. HOWEVER, and I can not stress this enough, this is untrue! I've heard nightmares about the other schools in more affluent areas, especially problems with bullying and hard drugs (HB, OV, and Marina especially). Our students are inclusive to anyone new. Most of the teachers care about their students and their success and will do all in their power to help those who ask. The MERITS program is also great at giving opportunities to students