Westminster High School is a public secondary school operated by Westminster Public Schools in Westminster, Adams County, Colorado, United States. The campus is on almost the same lot as the original building.
Serving 2,010 students in grades 9-12, Westminster High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Colorado for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Colorado state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Colorado state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Colorado state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,010 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 50% in CO)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westminster High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Colorado for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Westminster High School's student population of 2,010 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,010 students
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
Year Founded
1949
Colors
White, Black, Blue, Teal
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westminster High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,748 schools in Colorado (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westminster High School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1482 out of 1748 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)8%
29%
Student-Teacher Ratio
24:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
3%
Hispanic
83%
37%
Black
2%
5%
White
10%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CO Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolves
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westminster High School's ranking?
Westminster High School is ranked #1482 out of 1,748 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Colorado.
What schools are Westminster High School often compared to?
Westminster High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northglenn High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CO state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% CO state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westminster High School?
The graduation rate of Westminster High School is 86%, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 82%.
How many students attend Westminster High School?
2,010 students attend Westminster High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Westminster High School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westminster High School?
Westminster High School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Colorado state average of 15:1.
What grades does Westminster High School offer ?
Westminster High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westminster High School part of?
Westminster High School is part of Westminster School District.
In what neighborhood is Westminster High School located?
Westminster High School is located in the South Westminster neighborhood of Westminster, CO. There are 9 other public schools located in South Westminster.
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