Serving 671 students in grades 7-8, Westfield Middle School 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 27% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower 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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 671 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Middle School serves the southwest part of Westfield, MA, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 11.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Westfield Middle School's student population of 671 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
671 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westfield Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westfield Middle School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1178 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
20%
26%
Black
3%
10%
White
72%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westfield Middle School's ranking?
Westfield Middle School is ranked #1178 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Westfield Middle School often compared to?
Westfield Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dupont Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Westfield Middle School?
671 students attend Westfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Westfield Middle School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 Westfield Middle School?
Westfield Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Westfield Middle School offer ?
Westfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westfield Middle School part of?
Westfield Middle School is part of Westfield School District.
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