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Westminster Elementary
Elementary School · Ashburnham-Westminster
9 Academy Hill, Westminster, MA 01473
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
5.4
Grades
2nd – 5th
Enrollment
408
Student-Teacher
14.1:1
Score
5.4
Grades
2nd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,200 of 1,793
In Westminster
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
Ashburnham-Westminster
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Westminster Elementary
Elementary School in Westminster · grades 2nd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Westminster Elementary
Westminster Elementary is a public elementary school in Westminster, MA, part of Ashburnham-Westminster. Westminster Elementary serves approximately 408 students, and covers grades 2nd-5th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Westminster Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,200 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Westminster Elementary show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- MA avg 6.3
Score Breakdown
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Westminster Elementary — Students at Westminster Elementary score 35% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 82 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 6.5/10.
How Westminster Elementary Compares
See how Westminster Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
9 Academy Hill, Westminster, MA 01473
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westminster Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Reingold Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Fitchburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is Briggs Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Ashburnham), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY (rated 5.7/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Gardner), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Westminster, see our Westminster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Meetinghouse School Westminster | 0.1 mi | 4.7 |
| WACHUSETT HILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Gardner | 2.6 mi | — |
| Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical Fitchburg | 2.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Oakmont Regional High School Ashburnham | 4.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Overlook Middle School Ashburnham | 4.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Briggs Elementary Ashburnham | 5.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Gardner Elementary School Gardner | 4.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Gardner Academy for Learning and Technology Gardner | 4.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Gardner Middle School Gardner | 4.6 mi | 4.4 |
| Gardner High Gardner | 4.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Reingold Elementary Fitchburg | 4.4 mi | 6.6 |
| HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY Gardner | 5.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Memorial Middle School Fitchburg | 5.4 mi | 6.9 |
| APPLEWILD SCHOOL Fitchburg | 6.2 mi | 7.0 |
| South Street Early Learning Center Fitchburg | 6.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Arthur M Longsjo Middle School Fitchburg | 6.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Hubbardston Center Hubbardston | 6.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Thomas Prince Princeton | 7.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Crocker Elementary Fitchburg | 6.7 mi | 4.8 |
| Sizer School: A North Central Charter Essential School Fitchburg | 6.8 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01473 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,161
Median Home Value
$394,000
Median Rent
$1,643/mo
Population
8,289
College Educated
41.1%
Homeownership
87.5%
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Median Age
47.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cutler School South Hamilton, MA | 5.4 |
| Day Elementary Westford, MA | 5.4 |
| Dudley Elementary Dudley, MA | 5.4 |
| Henri A. Yelle Norton, MA | 5.4 |
| John A. Crisafulli Elementary School Westford, MA | 5.4 |
| John J Doran Fall River, MA | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westminster Elementary
What grades does Westminster Elementary serve?
Westminster Elementary serves students in grades 2nd through 5th.
How many students attend Westminster Elementary?
Westminster Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 408 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westminster Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Westminster Elementary is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Westminster Elementary rank in MA?
Westminster Elementary ranks #1,200 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Westminster Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Westminster Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Westminster Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Westminster Elementary has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Westminster Elementary a charter school?
No, Westminster Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Westminster Elementary a Title I school?
No, Westminster Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 2nd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 408
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Worcester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.3%
- Phone
- (978) 874-2043
Resources & Links
District
Ashburnham-Westminster- District Enrollment
- 2,264
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,301
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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