CIV
59%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
9% exceeding expectations
A+
Top 7%
E.W. Thurston Middle School
Grades 06-08 WESTWOOD, MA
Moved down 3 places from 2024 to 2025
#27
State Rank
A+
District Grade
850 High Street, WESTWOOD, MA 02090
MCAS score comparisons
Students meeting or exceeding expectations · 2025 results
Each subject shows the average of published grade percentages, without weighting by enrollment. The bars compare available years on a 0–100% scale. Grade coverage and student groups can change between years.
English Language Arts
72.7%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
25.7% exceeding expectations
2023
71.7%
71.7%
2024
70%
70%
2025
72.7%
72.7%
Mathematics
70.3%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
19.7% exceeding expectations
2023
69.7%
69.7%
2024
71%
71%
2025
70.3%
70.3%
Science
72%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
23% exceeding expectations
2023
72%
72%
2024
67%
67%
2025
72%
72%
View published results by year and grade
| Year | Subject | Grade | Meeting+ | Exceeding |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | CIV | 08 | 59% | 9% |
| 2025 | English Language Arts | 06 | 73% | 29% |
| 2025 | English Language Arts | 07 | 70% | 20% |
| 2025 | English Language Arts | 08 | 75% | 28% |
| 2025 | Mathematics | 06 | 72% | 14% |
| 2025 | Mathematics | 07 | 68% | 29% |
| 2025 | Mathematics | 08 | 71% | 16% |
| 2025 | Science | 08 | 72% | 23% |
| 2024 | English Language Arts | 06 | 73% | 31% |
| 2024 | English Language Arts | 07 | 68% | 18% |
| 2024 | English Language Arts | 08 | 69% | 20% |
| 2024 | Mathematics | 06 | 71% | 17% |
| 2024 | Mathematics | 07 | 73% | 25% |
| 2024 | Mathematics | 08 | 69% | 15% |
| 2024 | Science | 08 | 67% | 15% |
| 2023 | English Language Arts | 06 | 77% | 31% |
| 2023 | English Language Arts | 07 | 69% | 21% |
| 2023 | English Language Arts | 08 | 69% | 17% |
| 2023 | Mathematics | 06 | 76% | 20% |
| 2023 | Mathematics | 07 | 69% | 23% |
| 2023 | Mathematics | 08 | 64% | 15% |
| 2023 | Science | 08 | 72% | 11% |
MCAS subject percentages differ from the composite school rating, which combines available academic and school indicators. Letter grades and state ranks compare schools at the same level. A rank change describes relative position, not a percentage-point change in test scores. Read the rating methodology.
Student Demographics
633 students enrolled
Race/Ethnicity
Gender
51.7%
Male
48.3%
Female
Student Programs
English Learners
0.5%
Special Education
25.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
7.6%
School Performance
Key metrics and program information
Attendance
95.8%
Attendance Rate
5.2%
Chronic Absence
Staffing
A+-Rated School
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is E.W. Thurston Middle School's grade rating?
E.W. Thurston Middle School has earned a grade of A+, ranked #27 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 7% of Massachusetts Middle schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.
How many students attend E.W. Thurston Middle School?
Approximately 633 students are enrolled at E.W. Thurston Middle School.
How does E.W. Thurston Middle School perform on MCAS tests?
Based on the most recent MCAS results, E.W. Thurston Middle School's proficiency rates are: CIV (59% proficient), English Language Arts (73% proficient), Mathematics (70% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.
What is the attendance rate at E.W. Thurston Middle School?
E.W. Thurston Middle School has an attendance rate of 95.8%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.
What school district is E.W. Thurston Middle School part of?
E.W. Thurston Middle School is part of Westwood School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.
How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?
School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.
