Westford Academy is the public high school for the town of Westford, Massachusetts, United States. It was incorporated in 1792 and is one of the oldest public high schools in the United States.
Serving 1,444 students in grades 9-12, Westford Academy ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 81% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85% (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 39% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,444 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westford Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Westford Academy's student population of 1,444 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,444 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Year Founded
1792
Colors
Grey, Maroon
School Rankings
Westford Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westford Academy is 0.52, 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
#19 out of 1631 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
33%
7%
Hispanic
3%
25%
Black
2%
10%
White
61%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Ghosts
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westford Academy's ranking?
Westford Academy is ranked #19 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Westford Academy often compared to?
Westford Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Acton-boxborough Regional High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 85% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westford Academy?
The graduation rate of Westford Academy is 98%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Westford Academy?
1,444 students attend Westford Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Westford Academy students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westford Academy?
Westford Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Westford Academy offer ?
Westford Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westford Academy part of?
Westford Academy is part of Westford School District.
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