Serving 368 students in grades 6-12, Hampden Charter School Of Science West ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hampden Charter School Of Science West ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hampden Charter School Of Science West's student population of 368 students has grown by 76% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
368 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hampden Charter School Of Science West ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hampden Charter School Of Science West is 0.67, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#954 out of 1644 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
36%
23%
Black
16%
10%
White
43%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hampden Charter School Of Science West's ranking?
Hampden Charter School Of Science West is ranked #954 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Hampden Charter School Of Science West?
368 students attend Hampden Charter School Of Science West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Hampden Charter School Of Science West students are White, 36% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hampden Charter School Of Science West?
Hampden Charter School Of Science West has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hampden Charter School Of Science West offer ?
Hampden Charter School Of Science West offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hampden Charter School Of Science West part of?
Hampden Charter School Of Science West is part of Hampden Charter School Of Science West School District.
School Reviews
5 3/29/2024
This is one of the best schools in West Springfield and love the middle school and the high school we need more charter elementary schools, more charter middle schools, and more charter high schools. Because the public schools are really crappy.
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