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Western School of Technology and Environmental Science

Public | 9-12 | 890 students

 
 
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5 stars

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Posted June 23, 2011

do this school lets you text and stuff in class/ during class and is the school real strict or is it loose . im in 7th grade and tryna find a school high school


Posted February 10, 2011

I received my Diploma from Western Tech and was actually the first full graduating class. I received a great education and felt very prepared for the future when I left. The teachers were every dedicated and really cared about their students. I have gone on to have a very successful career and continued my higher education, with a MBA in Human Resource management and currently work in that field. I have Western Tech to thank in part for my success.


Posted January 18, 2011

My daughter is a freshman and the school has been very supportive in her academic development. Teachers are available by email and offer coach class for difficult concepts. Very pleased thus far.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 17, 2009

The entire school's staff REALLY cares about the students. As a family, the school provides a loving, supportive, encouraging, no-nonsense, full of expectations environment which has created a top high school in Baltimore County, Maryland!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 15, 2009

My daughter attended Western for the express purpose of becoming a Nurse. Now, she just finished her Junior year and her Nursing Program is over. She worked at University of MD hospital. Sounds good. Now, she approaches her Senior year. No help from the school in pursuing Nursing. At Orientation, I asked how many students received internships at UMD and was told only one. What is the purpose of this program? My son was in the plumbing program at Western and obtained a job through the school and continued his education in that field through his Senior year. My daughter was told that she had to apply for 'Work Release' because she doesn't have a job in the medical field, but they offer her no help in finding a job in that field. I wouldn't recommend the Nursing Program to anyone.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 24, 2009

WSTES is an excellent school. Our son is a rising sophomore and had a great freshman year. There are few behavior issues and the students are serious and focused on high achievement. It's a diverse population. The faculty and staff is top-notch. We are so please with the school and look forward to the next three years of our son's growth.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted July 23, 2009

I couldn't be happier that my kids are students at Western Tech! I know that they will be prepared for whatever their future brings, whether it be academic or vocational. This is education at its best. The level of concern among both the teachers and front office staff is unparalleled. Even if it involves extra hours, all are there for students and parents. There's a positive energy that is contagious throughout the entire school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted May 27, 2009

The teacher to parent contact is timely and consistent. Also appreciated is the phone call letting parents know their child was late or absent. The prinicipal takes an active leadership role and has a good repore with the majority of the students.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 26, 2009

western is the best out of the best if you want your child be successful put them in western
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 31, 2009

Phenomenal school. The teachers' enthusiasm to impart academic and practical knowledge to their students is amazing. WSTES truly allows for students to grow as students and individuals, and helps to prepare them for the realities of college and life.


Posted February 10, 2005

A very nice school. Kid's are dedicated to learning.
—Submitted by a student


Posted December 11, 2003

This school taught me a lot and gave me a great education. I graduated in 1997 and was in the health science program with Ms.Vetter, who was an awesome teacher. Also Mrs.Massela was a great teacher.
—Submitted by tammy alaniz, a former student


Posted September 4, 2003

Great school on academics and discipline. Order is impecable and the student body is very bright and for the most part attentive and respectful. Good school for motivated students and career development.


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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.

Grade level

Algebra

The state average for Algebra was 84% in 2012.

197 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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100%

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>=95%

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Biology

The state average for Biology was 82% in 2012.

207 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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97%

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>=95%

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English 2

The state average for English 2 was 83% in 2012.

207 students were tested at this school in 2012.

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97%

2011

 
 
>=95%

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93%
Scale: % proficient or advanced

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Maryland used the Maryland High School Assessments (HSA) to test students in English 2, Algebra, and Biology upon completion of each course. The HSA is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Maryland. Beginning with the class of 2009, students are required to pass the tests in order to graduate. The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

See Maryland's state standards

Source: Maryland State Department of Education

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 72% 36%
White 13% 43%
Asian 9% 6%
Hispanic 3% 12%
Two or more races 1% 3%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Hawaiian Native/Pacific Islander 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 30%N/A40%
Source: NCES, 2010-2011

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 14N/A15
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

School basics

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  • (410) 887-1024

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100 Kenwood Ave
Baltimore, MD 21228
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Phone: (410) 887-0840

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