West Springfield High School, in Massachusetts, United States, is the city of West Springfield's high school. It is located near West Springfield Middle School and John R. Fausey Elementary, one of the city's five elementary schools. The school's mascot is the terrier.
Serving 1,208 students in grades 9-12, West Springfield High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,208 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Springfield High School's student population of 1,208 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 95 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,208 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
95 teachers
Year Founded
1915
School Calendar
School Mascot
Terriers
School Rankings
West Springfield High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Springfield High School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#659 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
20%
25%
Black
5%
10%
White
62%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Terriers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Springfield High School's ranking?
West Springfield High School is ranked #659 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are West Springfield High School often compared to?
West Springfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Agawam High School, Westfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Springfield High School?
The graduation rate of West Springfield High School is 91%, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend West Springfield High School?
1,208 students attend West Springfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of West Springfield High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Springfield High School?
West Springfield High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Springfield High School offer ?
West Springfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Springfield High School part of?
West Springfield High School is part of West Springfield School District.
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