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 1,504 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 82% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,504 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 10% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Westford Academy's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Westford, MA, encompassing approximately 31.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points within the zone is about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge located 5.7 miles away.
- 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 1,504 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 102 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,504 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
102 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1792
School Calendar
School Rankings
Westford Academy ranks within the top 5% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westford Academy is 0.55, 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
#17 out of 1626 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
34%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
98%
89.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.1%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Grey, Maroon
School Mascot
Ghosts
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westford Academy's ranking?
Westford Academy is ranked #17 out of 1,626 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, Littleton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% 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 89.2%.
How many students attend Westford Academy?
1,504 students attend Westford Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Westford Academy students are White, 34% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westford Academy?
Westford Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than 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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