Westminster High School
- Public
- WESTMINSTER, MD
Public School
Westminster High School
- grade AOverall Grade
- Public
- 9-12
- WESTMINSTER, MD
- Rating 3.86 out of 5 280 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade A minus
- Diversitygrade B minus
- Teachersgrade A minus
- College Prepgrade B+
- Clubs & Activitiesgrade B+
- Administrationgrade B+
- Sportsgrade A
- Foodgrade C
- Resources & Facilitiesgrade B minus
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Academics
Percent Proficient - Reading
79%
Percent Proficient - Math
64%
Average Graduation Rate
97%
Average SAT
1200
442 responses
Average ACT
27
53 responses
AP Enrollment
41%
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- Cost of Livinggrade C+
- Good for Familiesgrade A
- Housinggrade B
Median Household Income
$99,569
National
$64,994Median Rent
$1,121
National
$1,096Median Home Value
$343,400
National
$229,800Culture & Safety
Poll
79%
of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 29 responsesPoll
79%
of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 29 responsesStudents
Diversity
grade B minus
Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
Students
1,515
Free or Reduced Lunch
17%
87%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 31 responses81%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 31 responses81%
of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 31 responsesTeachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National
17:1Average Teacher Salary
$70,067
Teachers in First/Second Year
14.9%
60%
of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 35 responses77%
of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 35 responses74%
of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 35 responsesClubs & Activities
Clubs & Activities
grade B+
Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
Girls Athletic Participation
Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Average
Expenses Per Student
$14,399 / year
National
$12,23981%
of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 43 responses40%
of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 43 responses72%
of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 43 responsesSimilar Schools
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Westminster High School Reviews
Rating 3.86 out of 5 280 reviews
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I am a graduating senior, overall, my experience has been lackluster.
Most teachers are incredible. Some teachers and school staff have pushed me to be the best version of myself, others are just kind of there.
Sports are good and highly funded.
Counseling is TERRIBLE. If you need anything from them you need to stay on top of them to make sure it is done. Otherwise, it will not be done.
The building itself is super old, so facilities aren’t the best.
Marching band is good, well funded. Theatre and choir are terrible here in comparison to other schools. There is a lack of opportunities for thespians in that our theatre department doesn’t have parent boosters or fundraisers, nor do we have access to statewide ITS opportunities. Choir is just small here.
There have been instances of racism and homophobia from older teachers. It can be uncomfortable for students with marginalized identities.
TLDR: incredibly average.
Most teachers are incredible. Some teachers and school staff have pushed me to be the best version of myself, others are just kind of there.
Sports are good and highly funded.
Counseling is TERRIBLE. If you need anything from them you need to stay on top of them to make sure it is done. Otherwise, it will not be done.
The building itself is super old, so facilities aren’t the best.
Marching band is good, well funded. Theatre and choir are terrible here in comparison to other schools. There is a lack of opportunities for thespians in that our theatre department doesn’t have parent boosters or fundraisers, nor do we have access to statewide ITS opportunities. Choir is just small here.
There have been instances of racism and homophobia from older teachers. It can be uncomfortable for students with marginalized identities.
TLDR: incredibly average.
Overall, Westminster high school was a fun experience for me! Our athletic programs are very strong, and there is a strong sense of community and school pride. A majority of the falculty is helpful and wants to see students succeed. We are the only school in our county that offers an extensive sign language program which is highly recommended among students. We have a variety of clubs to get involved in all throughout the year, however it would be nice if the administration eliminated the club schedule which allows clubs to only meet once a month, which is not frequent enough.
Westminster offers many opportunities to succeed academically and plenty of resources to aid in common struggles for students such as choosing a career and classes, getting financial aid for college and mental health challenges. The environment isn't the most perfect but it is very welcoming and allowed you to grow in certain areas. You get to choose your path and the counselors help to make decisions for your future outside of high school.