Serving 661 students in grades 6-8, E W Thurston Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 661 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
E W Thurston Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
E W Thurston Middle School's student population of 661 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
661 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 29, 2025
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 16, 2026
School Rankings
E W Thurston Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of E W Thurston Middle School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#175 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
7%
Hispanic
6%
25%
Black
2%
10%
White
71%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is E W Thurston Middle School's ranking?
E W Thurston Middle School is ranked #175 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are E W Thurston Middle School often compared to?
E W Thurston Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dover-sherborn Regional Middle School, Weston Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend E W Thurston Middle School?
661 students attend E W Thurston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of E W Thurston Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of E W Thurston Middle School?
E W Thurston Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does E W Thurston Middle School offer ?
E W Thurston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is E W Thurston Middle School part of?
E W Thurston Middle School is part of Westwood School District.
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