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Westfield High
High School · Westfield
177 Montgomery Rd, Westfield, MA 01085
Enrollment
1,006
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
5.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,006
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
5.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,158 of 1,793
In Westfield
#7 of 12
public schools
In district
#7 of 12
Westfield
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About Westfield High
Westfield High is a public high school in Westfield, MA, part of Westfield. Westfield High serves approximately 1,006 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Westfield High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,158 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Westfield High show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Westfield High were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Westfield High — Students at Westfield High score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 44 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: 4.0/10.
How Westfield High Compares
See how Westfield High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
177 Montgomery Rd, Westfield, MA 01085
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westfield High may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WHITE OAK SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Southwick Regional School (rated 6.3/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Southwick), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Westfield Technical Academy (rated 6.1/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Westfield, see our Westfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Westfield Virtual School Westfield | 1.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Franklin Ave Westfield | 1.3 mi | 2.8 |
| ST MARYS PARISH SCHOOL Westfield | 1.6 mi | 5.6 |
| ST MARY'S PARISH SCHOOL - SECONDARY Westfield | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Westfield Technical Academy Westfield | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
| Westfield Intermediate School Westfield | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Southampton Road Westfield | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Fort Meadow Early Childhood Center Westfield | 1.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Highland Westfield | 2.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Abner Gibbs Westfield | 2.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Westfield Middle School Westfield | 2.4 mi | 5.9 |
| WHITE OAK SCHOOL Westfield | 2.7 mi | 6.9 |
| Paper Mill Westfield | 2.8 mi | 6.4 |
| Munger Hill Westfield | 3.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Powder Mill School Southwick | 5.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Southwick Regional School Southwick | 6.0 mi | 6.3 |
| Woodland School Southwick | 6.0 mi | 9.0 |
| William E Norris Southampton | 6.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Tatham West Springfield | 5.6 mi | 9.1 |
| John R Fausey West Springfield | 5.5 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dighton-Rehoboth Regional High School North Dighton, MA | 5.6 |
| Fitchburg High Fitchburg, MA | 5.6 |
| Norton High Norton, MA | 5.6 |
| Plymouth North High Plymouth, MA | 5.6 |
| Center For Technical Education Innovation Leominster, MA | 5.5 |
| Oakmont Regional High School Ashburnham, MA | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westfield High
What grades does Westfield High serve?
Westfield High serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Westfield High?
Westfield High has an enrollment of approximately 1,006 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westfield High?
The student-teacher ratio at Westfield High is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Westfield High rank in MA?
Westfield High ranks #1,158 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Westfield High's MySchoolScout rating?
Westfield High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Westfield High?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Westfield High has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Westfield High a charter school?
No, Westfield High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Westfield High a Title I school?
No, Westfield High is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,006
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 82
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Hampden County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.7%
- Phone
- (413) 572-6466
- 4-Year Graduation
- 94.0%
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District
Westfield- District Enrollment
- 4,808
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,072
- District Rank
- #7 of 12
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