Needs Improvement
#1740 of 1,793 schools in MA
Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center
School · Westfield
35 White Street, Westfield, MA 01085
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 11 schools in Westfield. Learn more
Enrollment
147
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
147
Student-Teacher
18.4:1
Score
3.3
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,740 of 1,793
In Westfield
#11 of 12
public schools
In district
#11 of 12
Westfield
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Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center
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About Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center
Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center is a public school in Westfield, MA, part of Westfield. Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center serves approximately 147 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K, and has a 18.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,740 of 1,793 schools in MA.
- This school 3.3 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.1
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 147 students, Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center 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
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Test Scores
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How Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center Compares
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Location
35 White Street, Westfield, MA 01085
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center may also want to explore other schools in the area. Tatham (rated 9.1/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby West Springfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Woodland School (rated 9.0/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Southwick), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Powder Mill School (rated 7.8/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Southwick), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Westfield, see our Westfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST MARYS PARISH SCHOOL Westfield | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| ST MARY'S PARISH SCHOOL - SECONDARY Westfield | 0.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Westfield Virtual School Westfield | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Westfield Middle School Westfield | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Abner Gibbs Westfield | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Franklin Ave Westfield | 0.9 mi | 2.8 |
| Westfield Technical Academy Westfield | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Highland Westfield | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Munger Hill Westfield | 1.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Westfield High Westfield | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Southampton Road Westfield | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Westfield Intermediate School Westfield | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Paper Mill Westfield | 2.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Powder Mill School Southwick | 4.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Southwick Regional School Southwick | 4.2 mi | 6.3 |
| Woodland School Southwick | 4.2 mi | 9.0 |
| WHITE OAK SCHOOL Westfield | 4.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Tatham West Springfield | 4.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Clifford M Granger Feeding Hills | 5.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Agawam Junior High Feeding Hills | 5.3 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
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center
What grades does Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center serve?
Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center?
Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center has an enrollment of approximately 147 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center?
The student-teacher ratio at Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center is 18.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center rank in MA?
Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center ranks #1,740 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center's MySchoolScout rating?
Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center a charter school?
No, Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center a Title I school?
No, Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 147
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hampden County
- Phone
- (413) 572-6422
Resources & Links
District
Westfield- District Enrollment
- 4,808
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,072
- District Rank
- #11 of 12
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