Best Schools in West Springfield, Massachusetts
11 schools · 7 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in West Springfield?
Use this page to compare every school in West Springfield by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Tatham
Elementary · West Springfield. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
John R Fausey
Elementary · West Springfield. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
May Ctr School for Autism and Developmental Dis
Other. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in West Springfield for 2026 are Tatham (9.1/10), John R Fausey (7.7/10), and May Ctr School for Autism and Developmental Dis (7.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 10 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
11
9 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$307,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
11
9 public · 2 private
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$307,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in West Springfield
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (10 of 11). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tatham | 9.1 / 10 |
| 2 | John R Fausey | 7.7 / 10 |
| 3 | May Ctr School for Autism and Developmental Dis | 7.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Hampden Charter School of Science West | 6.4 / 10 |
| 5 | Mittineague | 6.4 / 10 |
| 6 | West Springfield High | 6.2 / 10 |
| 7 | Philip G Coburn | 6.0 / 10 |
| 8 | Memorial | 5.8 / 10 |
| 9 | St Thomas the Apostle School | 4.4 / 10 |
| 10 | West Springfield Middle | 4.3 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $70,401
- Median home value
- $307,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 35%
- Avg commute
- 19 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 59%
27% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How West Springfield compares
Massachusetts rank
#125 of 238
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.0
above Massachusetts avg (6.3)
Median household income
$70k
62% of Massachusetts median
Schools in this city
11
About Schools in West Springfield, Massachusetts
West Springfield's public school system spans 9 ranked schools, covering elementary through high school, with an average score of 6.4 out of 10. That puts the city in solidly middle ground — functional but uneven, with real standouts at the top and meaningful gaps below the average.
The upper tier is genuinely strong. Three schools — 33% of the ranked total — score 7.0 or higher. Tatham Elementary leads the city at 8.0, the highest mark in West Springfield and a clear target for families in its attendance zone. John R Fausey Elementary follows at 7.8, making the elementary sector the system's main asset. Hampden Charter School of Science West rounds out the top three with a 7.2 at the high school level — a strong option for families thinking beyond elementary years and worth researching for admissions timelines and lottery windows.
The middle tier shows more spread. Mittineague Elementary scores 6.8, landing just above the city average, while Philip G Coburn Elementary sits at 6.1. The remaining four ranked schools fall below those marks, dragging the citywide average to 6.4. The distance between the city's top and bottom performers is wide enough that attendance zone matters significantly here.
For parents in the research phase, the practical picture in West Springfield is this: elementary options are the strongest draw. Families zoned for Tatham or Fausey have access to above-average schools without needing to navigate charter enrollment. Families zoned elsewhere should look closely at open enrollment and transfer policies — the performance gap makes those options worth pursuing. At the high school level, Hampden Charter's 7.2 score stands out relative to the city average; understanding whether that school is accessible given your child's timeline is the single most important near-term step for families with older students.
Elementary Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 262 students · 1st–5th | 9.1 | ||
| 2 | 445 students · 1st–5th | 7.7 | ||
| 3 | 140 students · 1st–5th | 6.4 | ||
| 4 | 204 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | 6.1 | ||
| 5 | 573 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.0 | ||
| 6 | 208 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.8 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | St Thomas the Apostle School
Private
152 students · Pre-K–8th | 4.4 | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 926 students · 6th–8th | 4.3 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 394 students · 6th–12th | 6.4 |
| 2 | 1,208 students · 9th–12th | 6.2 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 48 students · Kindergarten–12th | 7.0 |
Schools in West Springfield
West Springfield, Massachusetts · 11 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$70,401
Median Home Value
$307,900
Median Rent
$1,121/mo
Population
28,635
College Educated
35%
Homeownership
59%
Avg Commute
19 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Community Profile
West Springfield has a median household income of $70,401. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $307,900, with a median rent of $1,121/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.4%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Massachusetts
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in West Springfield, Massachusetts
How many schools are in West Springfield, Massachusetts?
West Springfield has 11 schools, including 9 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in West Springfield, Massachusetts?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in West Springfield is 6.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in West Springfield, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked school in West Springfield on MySchoolScout is Tatham with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in West Springfield, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked elementary school in West Springfield on MySchoolScout is Tatham with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What is the best middle school in West Springfield, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked middle school in West Springfield on MySchoolScout is West Springfield Middle with a composite score of 4.3/10.
What is the best high school in West Springfield, Massachusetts?
The top-ranked high school in West Springfield on MySchoolScout is Hampden Charter School of Science West with a composite score of 6.4/10.
How many school districts serve West Springfield, Massachusetts?
West Springfield is served by 2 school districts: Hampden Charter School of Science West (district), West Springfield.
What is the education level in West Springfield, Massachusetts?
According to Census data, 35% of adults in West Springfield have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in West Springfield, Massachusetts?
The median household income in West Springfield is approximately $70,401 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in West Springfield, Massachusetts?
Yes, West Springfield has 2 private schools alongside 9 public schools. The top-rated private school is May Ctr School for Autism and Developmental Dis with a score of 7.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in West Springfield, Massachusetts?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in West Springfield is 10.7:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in West Springfield, Massachusetts?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Mass. Dept. of Elementary & Secondary Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.