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West Street
Elementary School · Southbridge
156 West Street, Southbridge, MA 01550
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
1st – 5th
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
5.2
Grades
1st – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,275 of 1,793
In Southbridge
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
Southbridge
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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West Street
Elementary School in Southbridge · grades 1st – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About West Street
West Street is a public elementary school in Southbridge, MA, part of Southbridge. West Street serves approximately 328 students, and covers grades 1st-5th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. West Street has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,275 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for West Street show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.2 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- MA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, West Street sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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West Street — Students at West Street score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.9/10.
How West Street Compares
See how West Street performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
156 West Street, Southbridge, MA 01550
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West Street may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eastford Road (rated 6.8/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Holland Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Holland), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Brookfield Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Brookfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Southbridge, see our Southbridge schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Southbridge Academy Southbridge | 0.6 mi | 5.2 |
| TRINITY CATHOLIC ACADEMY Southbridge | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Eastford Road Southbridge | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Charlton Street Southbridge | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Southbridge Middle School Southbridge | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Southbridge High School Southbridge | 2.3 mi | 4.5 |
| VIEWPOINT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Southbridge | 2.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Burgess Elementary Sturbridge | 3.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Old Sturbridge Academy Charter Public School Sturbridge | 3.3 mi | 3.8 |
| Charlton Elementary Charlton | 5.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Bay Path Regional Vocational Technical High School Charlton | 6.1 mi | 7.8 |
| Holland Elementary Holland | 5.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Tantasqua Regional Jr High Fiskdale | 6.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Tantasqua Regional Sr High Fiskdale | 7.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Tantasqua Regional Vocational Fiskdale | 7.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Charlton Middle School Charlton | 6.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Heritage School Charlton | 6.8 mi | 3.9 |
| Shepherd Hill Regional High Dudley | 7.0 mi | 4.8 |
| Dudley Middle School Dudley | 7.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Brookfield Elementary Brookfield | 9.6 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01550 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,397
Median Home Value
$267,000
Median Rent
$1,157/mo
Population
17,806
College Educated
17.7%
Homeownership
44.3%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
16.2%
Median Age
40.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alfred M Chaffee Oxford, MA | 5.2 |
| Beechwood Knoll Elementary Quincy, MA | 5.2 |
| Boston Teachers Union K-8 Pilot Jamaica Plain, MA | 5.2 |
| Bryantville Elementary Pembroke, MA | 5.2 |
| Grafton Street Worcester, MA | 5.2 |
| Greenhalge Lowell, MA | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Street
What grades does West Street serve?
West Street serves students in grades 1st through 5th.
How many students attend West Street?
West Street has an enrollment of approximately 328 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Street?
The student-teacher ratio at West Street is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does West Street rank in MA?
West Street ranks #1,275 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is West Street's MySchoolScout rating?
West Street has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Street?
Based on loaded state assessment records, West Street has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is West Street a charter school?
No, West Street is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West Street a Title I school?
No, West Street is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 1st – 5th
- Enrollment
- 328
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Worcester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.5%
- Phone
- (508) 764-5470
Resources & Links
District
Southbridge- District Enrollment
- 1,885
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,619
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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