Serving 909 students in grades 6-8, West Springfield Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 24% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 909 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Springfield Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
West Springfield Middle School's student population of 909 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
909 students
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
School Rankings
West Springfield Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Springfield Middle School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1150 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
8%
Hispanic
23%
26%
Black
5%
10%
White
61%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
West Springfield School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Springfield Middle School's ranking?
West Springfield Middle School is ranked #1150 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are West Springfield Middle School often compared to?
West Springfield Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bellamy Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend West Springfield Middle School?
909 students attend West Springfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of West Springfield Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Springfield Middle School?
West Springfield Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Springfield Middle School offer ?
West Springfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Springfield Middle School part of?
West Springfield Middle School is part of West Springfield School District.
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