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#675 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 38% in state

West Intermediate

Elementary School · Wilmington

22 Carter Lane, Wilmington, MA 01887

Enrollment

273

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

6.9

Grades

4th – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#675 of 1,793

In Wilmington

#4 of 7

public schools

In district

#4 of 7

Wilmington

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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West Intermediate

6.9/10

Elementary School in Wilmington · grades 4th – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.7/10

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About West Intermediate

West Intermediate is a public elementary school in Wilmington, MA, part of Wilmington. West Intermediate serves approximately 273 students, and covers grades 4th-5th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. West Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #675 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for West Intermediate show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.8
  • MA avg 6.3

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.87 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.0Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency48.3% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+12.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.1 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-5.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile56th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,881
Chronic Absenteeism8.1%

West Intermediate — Students at West Intermediate score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 61.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.2% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 56.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.3% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 76 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
63%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
64%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
68%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
74%
2015
Math
70%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
60%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
64%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
70%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
71.5%
ELA
51%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
50.3%
ELA
66.5%
2022
Math
60%
ELA
48.3%
2023
Math
60.3%
ELA
45%
2024
Math
56%
ELA
43%
2025
Math
56%
ELA
48.3%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How West Intermediate Compares

See how West Intermediate performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
62th percentile in MA
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.1%

Location

22 Carter Lane, Wilmington, MA 01887

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West Intermediate may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Memorial (rated 7.6/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Burlington), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Woburn Street (rated 7.3/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, John F Kennedy (rated 7.3/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Billerica), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Wilmington Middle School Wilmington 0.1 mi 6.7
Boutwell Wilmington 0.2 mi 6.0
Shawsheen Elementary Wilmington 1.1 mi 6.6
Fox Hill Burlington 1.4 mi 6.6
ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Wilmington 1.3 mi 6.8
Wilmington High Wilmington 1.4 mi 7.9
TENDER LEARNING CENTRE Wilmington 1.5 mi
Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School Billerica 1.5 mi 8.2
Pine Glen Elementary Burlington 2.1 mi 6.8
Thomas Ditson Billerica 2.0 mi 5.7
North Intermediate Wilmington 2.6 mi 7.2
Woburn Street Wilmington 2.4 mi 7.3
Mary D Altavesta Woburn 2.8 mi 2.7
Heath-Brook Tewksbury 2.8 mi 7.1
BURLINGTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Burlington 3.2 mi
John F Kennedy Billerica 2.5 mi 7.3
MOUNT HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Burlington 3.2 mi 6.7
Marshall Simonds Middle Burlington 3.3 mi 8.7
Memorial Burlington 3.4 mi 7.6
Linscott-Rumford Woburn 3.2 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01887 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$161,473

Median Home Value

$646,200

Median Rent

$2,412/mo

Population

23,195

College Educated

49.2%

Homeownership

86.9%

Avg Commute

29.9 min

Poverty Rate

3%

Median Age

42.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West Intermediate

What grades does West Intermediate serve?

West Intermediate serves students in grades 4th through 5th.

How many students attend West Intermediate?

West Intermediate has an enrollment of approximately 273 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Intermediate?

The student-teacher ratio at West Intermediate is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does West Intermediate rank in MA?

West Intermediate ranks #675 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is West Intermediate's MySchoolScout rating?

West Intermediate has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 West Intermediate?

Based on loaded state assessment records, West Intermediate has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is West Intermediate a charter school?

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

Is West Intermediate a Title I school?

No, West Intermediate is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 5th
Enrollment
273
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.1%

District

Wilmington
District Enrollment
2,760
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,881
District Rank
#4 of 7

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