Westbrook High School is a public high school in Westbrook, Maine, United States. The school serves grades 9 through 12, and usually enrolls between 600 and 800 students each year. It is part of the Westbrook School Department.
Serving 704 students in grades 9-12, Westbrook High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Maine for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 49%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is lower than the Maine state average of 84%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the Maine state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Maine state average of 14% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 704 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in ME)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westbrook High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maine for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Westbrook High School's student population of 704 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
704 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Year Founded
1873
Colors
White, Blue
School Rankings
Westbrook High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 500 schools in Maine (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westbrook High School is 0.54, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.26. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#422 out of 500 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
84%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
1%
Hispanic
5%
3%
Black
19%
5%
White
65%
86%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
33%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), ME Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: "blue Blazes"
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westbrook High School's ranking?
Westbrook High School is ranked #422 out of 500 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Maine.
What schools are Westbrook High School often compared to?
Westbrook High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deering High School, South Portland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 49% ME state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% ME state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westbrook High School?
The graduation rate of Westbrook High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Maine state average of 86%.
How many students attend Westbrook High School?
704 students attend Westbrook High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Westbrook High School students are White, 19% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westbrook High School?
Westbrook High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the Maine state average of 11:1.
What grades does Westbrook High School offer ?
Westbrook High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westbrook High School part of?
Westbrook High School is part of Westbrook School District.
School Reviews
4 8/9/2019
The child who wants to succeed has every opportunity to receive a top-quality education at Westbrook High School in a well-supported community with caring teachers. Graduates pull thousands in scholarships every year and go on to whatever field they choose has been well-prepared.In addition, WHS offers an excellent music program with one of the state's largest marching bands and highly-acclaimed Jazz Ensemble, an award-winning drama department and a full slate of athletic programs. But, like every school system, the administrative support staff continues to grow at the expense of the educational arm but that will remain unchanged until there is a systemic overhaul in America freeing teachers to teach.
1 2/26/2018
I am a current Student at Westbrook High School and an okay school. If you have the opportunity to send your kids somewhere PLEASE DO!
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