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Abner Gibbs

Elementary School · Westfield

50 West Silver Street, Westfield, MA 01085

Enrollment

185

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,048 of 1,793

In Westfield

#6 of 12

public schools

In district

#6 of 12

Westfield

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Abner Gibbs

5.9/10

Elementary School in Westfield · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.9/10

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About Abner Gibbs

Abner Gibbs is a public elementary school in Westfield, MA, part of Westfield. Abner Gibbs serves approximately 185 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Abner Gibbs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,048 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Abner Gibbs show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • MA avg 6.3

What Parents Should Know

At 185 students, Abner Gibbs is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.1Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-1.71 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.5% (2024 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.5% (2024 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+3.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2024 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2024 MCAS)
vs. Expected+2.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment4.2Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,072
Chronic Absenteeism28.6%

Abner Gibbs — Students at Abner Gibbs score 40% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 40.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2024)
ELA Proficiency 43.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
44.9% (multi-year state average, 2019-2024)

Based on 48 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
42%
ELA
57%
2011
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
46.7%
ELA
43%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
24%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
30.3%
ELA
29.7%
2023
Math
40.5%
ELA
27.5%
2024
Math
45.5%
ELA
33.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.1/10.

How Abner Gibbs Compares

See how Abner Gibbs performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
42th percentile in MA
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
6.1/10
Average
Environment
4.2/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
28.6%

Location

50 West Silver Street, Westfield, MA 01085

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Abner Gibbs may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tatham (rated 9.1/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby West Springfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Woodland School (rated 9.0/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Southwick), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Powder Mill School (rated 7.8/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Southwick), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Westfield, see our Westfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Westfield Middle School Westfield 0.2 mi 5.9
Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center Westfield 0.7 mi 3.3
ST MARY'S PARISH SCHOOL - SECONDARY Westfield 0.8 mi 5.1
Westfield Technical Academy Westfield 0.8 mi 6.1
ST MARYS PARISH SCHOOL Westfield 0.8 mi 5.6
Franklin Ave Westfield 1.0 mi 2.8
Highland Westfield 0.9 mi 4.1
Westfield Virtual School Westfield 1.3 mi 3.5
Munger Hill Westfield 1.7 mi 4.5
Westfield High Westfield 2.3 mi 5.6
Southampton Road Westfield 2.8 mi 6.9
Westfield Intermediate School Westfield 3.0 mi 6.2
Paper Mill Westfield 2.7 mi 6.4
Powder Mill School Southwick 3.6 mi 7.8
Woodland School Southwick 3.8 mi 9.0
Southwick Regional School Southwick 3.7 mi 6.3
WHITE OAK SCHOOL Westfield 4.9 mi 6.9
Clifford M Granger Feeding Hills 5.2 mi 4.7
Tatham West Springfield 4.8 mi 9.1
Agawam Junior High Feeding Hills 5.4 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01085 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$83,821

Median Home Value

$296,300

Median Rent

$1,064/mo

Population

41,466

College Educated

32.8%

Homeownership

68.6%

Avg Commute

26.4 min

Poverty Rate

10.8%

Median Age

39.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Abner Gibbs

What grades does Abner Gibbs serve?

Abner Gibbs serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Abner Gibbs?

Abner Gibbs has an enrollment of approximately 185 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Abner Gibbs?

The student-teacher ratio at Abner Gibbs is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Abner Gibbs rank in MA?

Abner Gibbs ranks #1,048 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Abner Gibbs's MySchoolScout rating?

Abner Gibbs has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Abner Gibbs?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Abner Gibbs has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Abner Gibbs a charter school?

No, Abner Gibbs is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Abner Gibbs a Title I school?

No, Abner Gibbs is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
65 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
185
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hampden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
28.6%

District

Westfield
District Enrollment
4,808
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,072
District Rank
#6 of 12

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