Serving 533 students in grades 6-8, West 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 14% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Brockton, MA school district, covering approximately 21.5 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 3.3 miles and the furthest edge extending to 4.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Middle School's student population of 533 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
533 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
West 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 West Middle School is 0.52, 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
#1493 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
15%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
67%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
13%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)26.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Middle School's ranking?
West Middle School is ranked #1493 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are West Middle School often compared to?
West Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plouffe Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend West Middle School?
533 students attend West Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of West Middle School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Middle School?
West Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Middle School offer ?
West Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Middle School part of?
West Middle School is part of Brockton School District.
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