Serving 201 students in grades 6-12, Westfield High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 201 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Westfield High School's student population of 201 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 76% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
201 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Westfield High School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westfield High School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#424 out of 4377 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
8%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
87%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westfield High School's ranking?
Westfield High School is ranked #424 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westfield High School?
The graduation rate of Westfield High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Westfield High School?
201 students attend Westfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Westfield High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westfield High School?
Westfield High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Westfield High School offer ?
Westfield High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westfield High School part of?
Westfield High School is part of Westfield Central School District.
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