Westminster Public Schools

The Westminster Public Schools district in Colorado serves 16 schools, including 13 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools. The district as a whole is ranked 108 out of 116 school districts in Colorado and is rated 0 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger, indicating significant academic challenges across the district.

However, a few schools stand out as performing better than the district and state averages. Colorado STEM Academy, a public magnet elementary/middle school, ranks 324 out of 943 Colorado elementary schools and is rated 3 out of 5 stars, with significantly higher proficiency rates than the district and state in both English Language Arts and Math. Similarly, Westminster Academy for International Studies, another public magnet elementary/middle school, ranks 653 out of 943 Colorado elementary schools and is rated 2 out of 5 stars, with much higher proficiency rates than the district and state, especially in English Language Arts. Sherrelwood Elementary School also stands out, ranking 691 out of 943 Colorado elementary schools and rated 1 out of 5 stars, with notably higher proficiency rates than the district and state in Science, English Language Arts, and Math.

The data for the Westminster Public Schools district reveals significant academic challenges, with low test scores and performance gaps compared to state averages. However, the success of the district's magnet schools suggests that targeted interventions and specialized programs can help drive improved academic outcomes for students. Addressing the performance gaps, supporting high-poverty student populations, and implementing effective, data-driven improvement strategies will be crucial for the district moving forward.