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#88 of 1,791 schools in MA

Top 5% in state

Westford Academy

High School · Westford

30 Patten Road, Westford, MA 01886

Enrollment

1,444

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

8.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Westford

#1 of 10

public schools

Massachusetts high schools

#18 of 366

In district

#1 of 9

Westford

Academic performance

9.9 / 10

Exceptional

About Westford Academy

Westford Academy is a public high school in Westford, MA, part of the Westford. The school serves approximately 1,444 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 12.4:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.8/10, placing it in the 95.1th percentile among MA schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 83% proficiency in math, 31 points above the state average and 86% in reading/language arts, 27 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (8.3/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $181,523, where 73% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

What's said publicly about Westford Academy

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Westford Academy is the public high school serving the town of Westford, Massachusetts 2 . The institution was incorporated in 1792, making it one of the oldest public high schools in the United States 2 .
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Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data6
Annual Change-0.63 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.9Exceptional25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency81%
Reading/ELA Proficiency85%
Math vs. State Avg+35.1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+33 pts
Overall Proficiency83%
Expected (poverty-adj.)59%
vs. Expected+23.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile98th
College Readiness9.1Exceptional30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation30.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,747

Westford Academy — Students at Westford Academy score 83% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

0%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 83.4%
School
State
52.0%
ELA Proficiency 86.2%
School
State
59.6%

Based on 22 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
87%
ELA
84%
2021*
Math
84%
ELA
91%
2022
Math
81%
ELA
85%
2023
Math
82%
ELA
88%
2024
Math
86%
ELA
89%
2025
Math
79%
ELA
79%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Westford Academy Compares

See how Westford Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
95th percentile in MA
Academic
9.9/10
9.9/10
Growth
8.3/10
Above average
Environment
7.6/10
Above average

Location

30 Patten Road, Westford, MA 01886

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Westford Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Littleton High School (rated 6.6/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Littleton), a more accessible option. Additionally, Nashoba Valley Technical High School (rated 5.8/10, 2.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Westford, see our Westford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
John A. Crisafulli Elementary School Westford 0.4 mi 5.7
Col John Robinson Westford 0.5 mi 7.2
Day Elementary Westford 1.1 mi 5.9
Blanchard Middle Westford 1.4 mi 8.6
Stony Brook School Westford 2.1 mi 8.1
Abbot Elementary Westford 1.8 mi 6.4
Russell St Elementary Littleton 2.4 mi 7.1
Littleton Middle School Littleton 2.6 mi 6.2
KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER - WESTFORD Westford 2.5 mi
Shaker Lane Elementary Littleton 3.2 mi 5.1
OAK MEADOW SCHOOL Littleton 3.4 mi 7.9
Nabnasset Westford 3.0 mi 7.2
Nashoba Valley Technical High School Westford 2.8 mi 5.8
Littleton High School Littleton 3.3 mi 6.6
Rita E. Miller Elementary School Westford 4.7 mi 7.2
Tyngsborough Elementary Tyngsborough 5.4 mi 4.1
Byam School Chelmsford 4.1 mi 5.8
Col Moses Parker School Chelmsford 5.0 mi 5.6
GREATER VISIONS CHILDRENS CENTER Chelmsford 4.9 mi
Charles D Harrington North Chelmsford 5.3 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01886 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$181,523

Median Home Value

$689,400

Median Rent

$2,068/mo

Population

24,584

College Educated

73%

Homeownership

88.5%

Avg Commute

32 min

Poverty Rate

2.4%

Median Age

43.3

Community Profile

The community surrounding Westford Academy has a median household income of $181,523. It is a well-educated community where 73% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $689,400, with a median rent of $2,068/month. The local poverty rate of 2.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 32 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Algonquin Regional High Northborough, MA 8.9
Concord Carlisle High Concord, MA 8.9
Wellesley Sr High Wellesley, MA 8.9
Masconomet Regional High School Boxford, MA 8.7
Cambridge Rindge and Latin Cambridge, MA 9.0
Needham High Needham, MA 9.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Westford Academy

What grades does Westford Academy serve?

Westford Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Westford Academy?

Westford Academy has an enrollment of approximately 1,444 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Westford Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Westford Academy is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Westford Academy rank in MA?

Westford Academy is ranked #88 out of 1,791 schools in MA.

What is Westford Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Westford Academy has a composite rating of 8.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Westford Academy?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Westford Academy has 83.4% math proficiency and 86.2% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Westford Academy a charter school?

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

Is Westford Academy a Title I school?

No, Westford Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
Average (405/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Westford). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,444
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
116
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Westford
District Enrollment
4,451
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,617
District Rank
#1 of 9

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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