Serving 1,567 students in grades 9-12, Westford Academy ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,567 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Westford Academy's student population of 1,567 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 118 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,567 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
118 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Westford Academy ranks within the top 1% of all 1,644 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 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#12 out of 1644 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
30%
7%
Hispanic
3%
23%
Black
1%
10%
White
63%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westford Academy's ranking?
Westford Academy is ranked #12 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% 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?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westford Academy?
The graduation rate of Westford Academy is 99%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 87%.
How many students attend Westford Academy?
1,567 students attend Westford Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Westford Academy students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Westford Academy?
Westford Academy has a student ration of 13:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Westford Academy part of?
Westford Academy is part of Westford School District.
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