Serving 1,100 students in grades 9-12, Westfield High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher 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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,100 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Westfield High School's student population of 1,100 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,100 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westfield High School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westfield High School is 0.45, which is less 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
#379 out of 1644 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
19%
23%
Black
3%
10%
White
72%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westfield High School's ranking?
Westfield High School is ranked #379 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Westfield High School often compared to?
Westfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Agawam High School, West Springfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westfield High School?
The graduation rate of Westfield High School is 94%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 87%.
How many students attend Westfield High School?
1,100 students attend Westfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Westfield High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westfield High School?
Westfield High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Westfield High School offer ?
Westfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Westfield High School part of?
Westfield High School is part of Westfield School District.
School Reviews
5 4/28/2022
Been a rough few years with covid but feel good about my future. Got into my dream college and that wouldn''t be possible without WHS. Nothing but good.
5 9/17/2020
I'm very happy to be a graduate of the Class of 2020. I feel that our school did a great job preparing me for college and we even got to graduate live! It was awesome.
5 7/23/2020
Covid has been rough on my family, but I'm very happy with Westfield High School. From top to bottom I feel that my family and I have been supported and that everyone at the school cares.
5 4/14/2020
I'm definitely happy with everything happening at Westfield High School. I'm so sad that my daughter may miss out on senior activities because of Covid 19 but everyone has been super supportive over the past 3 plus years she's been there. No complaints!
5 2/17/2020
Happy to be a Bomber. Can't wait to graduate, but it's been a great experience!
5 9/30/2019
The school has gotten so much better over the last few years. I'm proud to go here. Teachers and administrators care. Lots of clubs and sports.
1 8/26/2019
Westfield high school looks like a prison, is a prison. Most administration just doesn't care about the student's education and just want to sit at their desks and to collect their paycheck. TRASH!
2 1/31/2011
No structure in this school system. Perhaps when we get a new principal and administration it will rise to its true potential. A lot of apathetic, semi-unprofessional administrative members. The teachers can't rise to their full potential, either with all the disorganization they have to make up for what is lagging, and it can be overwhelming for some. It looks nice on the outside but the infrastructure is horrible. Students do OK but that's probably because of all the parents who are constantly whining due to the fact that their opinions seem to count more than anything- and that is not always a good thing. Getting your child out of old-fashioned discipline does not do any good, either. High student:teacher ratio- WPS does not seem to care about the well being of teachers or students overall. People just want to sit at their desk, drink their coffee, and get by with the bare minimum in order to collect their paycheck.
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