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#1505 of 1,793 schools in MA

Munger Hill

Elementary School · Westfield

33 Mallard Lane, Westfield, MA 01085

Enrollment

328

Student-Teacher

10.9:1

Score

4.5

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,505 of 1,793

In Westfield

#8 of 12

public schools

In district

#8 of 12

Westfield

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Munger Hill

4.5/10

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

Westfield Middle School

5.9/10

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3.3/10

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About Munger Hill

Munger Hill is a public elementary school in Westfield, MA, part of Westfield. Munger Hill serves approximately 328 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Munger Hill has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,505 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Munger Hill show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.1
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.8 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-15.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.6 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)37% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,072
Chronic Absenteeism18.9%

Munger Hill — Students at Munger Hill score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 40.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
43.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 45.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.4% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 52 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
53%
ELA
61%
2010
Math
56%
ELA
64%
2011
Math
50%
ELA
60%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
61%
ELA
61%
2015
Math
59%
ELA
60%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
51%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
49.3%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
28.3%
ELA
54%
2022
Math
29.3%
ELA
27.3%
2023
Math
29.5%
ELA
26%
2024
Math
35.5%
ELA
26%
2025
Math
27%
ELA
31%

* 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: 3.8/10.

How Munger Hill Compares

See how Munger Hill performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.5/10
16th percentile in MA
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.9%

Location

33 Mallard Lane, Westfield, MA 01085

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Munger Hill may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Tatham (rated 9.1/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby West Springfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Woodland School (rated 9.0/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Southwick), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Powder Mill School (rated 7.8/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Southwick), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Westfield, see our Westfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Westfield Middle School Westfield 1.5 mi 5.9
Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center Westfield 1.8 mi 3.3
Abner Gibbs Westfield 1.7 mi 5.9
ST MARYS PARISH SCHOOL Westfield 2.0 mi 5.6
ST MARY'S PARISH SCHOOL - SECONDARY Westfield 2.0 mi 5.1
Westfield Virtual School Westfield 2.5 mi 3.5
Paper Mill Westfield 2.5 mi 6.4
Franklin Ave Westfield 2.5 mi 2.8
Southwick Regional School Southwick 2.7 mi 6.3
Westfield Technical Academy Westfield 2.5 mi 6.1
Powder Mill School Southwick 2.7 mi 7.8
Woodland School Southwick 2.8 mi 9.0
Highland Westfield 2.5 mi 4.1
Southampton Road Westfield 3.7 mi 6.9
Westfield High Westfield 3.6 mi 5.6
Westfield Intermediate School Westfield 3.8 mi 6.2
Clifford M Granger Feeding Hills 3.5 mi 4.7
Agawam Junior High Feeding Hills 3.7 mi 4.4
Tatham West Springfield 3.5 mi 9.1
John R Fausey West Springfield 4.5 mi 7.7

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 Munger Hill

What grades does Munger Hill serve?

Munger Hill serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Munger Hill?

Munger Hill has an enrollment of approximately 328 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Munger Hill?

The student-teacher ratio at Munger Hill is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Munger Hill rank in MA?

Munger Hill ranks #1,505 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Munger Hill's MySchoolScout rating?

Munger Hill has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Munger Hill?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Munger Hill has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Munger Hill a charter school?

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

Is Munger Hill a Title I school?

No, Munger Hill is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hampden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.9%

District

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

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