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Westfield Public Schools

Westfield High School

#9 in Best Public High Schools in Hampden County
  • B
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Westfield, MA
  • 198 reviews
    B
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B
    2. Diversity
      B
    3. Teachers
      B
    4. College Prep
      B
    5. Clubs & Activities
      B
    6. Health & Safety
      B
    7. Administration
      B-
    8. Sports
      B
    9. Food
      C-
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C+
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    Westfield High School is an above average, public school located in Westfield, MA. It has 1,234 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 14 to 1. According to state test scores, 69% of students are at least proficient in math and 92% in reading.
    About Westfield High School...
    School District
    Westfield Public Schools
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    Address
    177 Montgomery Rd
    Westfield, MA 01085
    Telephone
    (413) 572-6466
    Website
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    Westfield High School Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    92%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    69%
    Average Graduation Rate
    86%
    Average SAT
    1160
    250 responses
    Average ACT
    26
    23 responses
    AP Enrollment
    37%
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    Living in the Area
    B
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      C+
    2. Good for Families
      B
    3. Housing
      C+
    Area Feel
    Suburban
    Median Household Income
    $62,212
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $946
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $220,500
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    B
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    93%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.14 responses
    Poll
    93%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.14 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 58 responses
    Report
    • Sporting events
      22%
    • Hall wars
      21%
    • Homecoming and Prom
      19%
    • Formal dances and band trips.
      10%
    • Community Outreach Projects
      9%
    • One acts competition hosted by school
      5%
    • Ability to attend Conferences across state
      3%

    Students

    Diversity
    B
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    1,234
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    27%
    80%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.20 responses
    75%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.20 responses
    90%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.20 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    14:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $64,400
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    4.3%
    62%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.29 responses
    72%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.29 responses
    83%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.29 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    B
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    High
    Boys Athletic Participation
    High
    Expenses Per Student
    $15,329/ year
    National
    $12,239
    92%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.37 responses
    46%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.37 responses
    73%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.37 responses
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    Westfield High School Reviews

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    I really enjoy being a student at Westfield High School. I think there is a great learning atmosphere. All of my teachers are great! The only aspect that is not very good is the resources. In most of the surrounding districts all of the students have laptops or tablets. At Westfield High School we has "wifi" which was supposed to be for a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD), but the wifi never works. We also don't have many laptop carts or computer labs that consistently work with no problems. In class when I have to do something online I often spend 10-20 minutes just trying to login or get my computer to turn on.
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    I very much enjoyed my time at WHS, but I acknowledge that the school did not have the greatest resources to prepare me for the world beyond. One area that needs the most improvement is the sciences. The labs are in need of renovation, and science fair is required for honors and AP students, but students do not receive a lot of direction or advising. One highlight of WHS is the extracurricular activities. I found strong communities among many of them, and was able to explore my passions and develop leadership qualities.
    My experience at Westfield High School is not unique. The activities I have become involved in through discovering multiple programs have made me a well rounded individual. On the other hand, Westfield High School is immensley rundown. The faculty don't seem to have the student bodies' best interests in mind. If you were to go to the bathroom, for instance, it is filthy. The stalls don't lock, the sinks rarely function, and there is no soap available. Safety is also poor, the administration would rather a fight take course, than intervene. The oldest and most common issue is the heat, due to the fact that the school is not air conditioned. The only areas that are lucky enough to have air-conditioning are the administration main office. Therefore, students attempt to have classes on a cooler lower floor.