WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

West Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Stoughton school district, located in Stoughton, MA with about 373 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 32 teachers, West Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

West Elementary School, located at 1322 Central Street in Stoughton, Massachusetts, is a key component of the Stoughton Public Schools district. Serving the local community, the school focuses on providing a comprehensive educational foundation for elementary-aged students. As part of a dedicated district, it emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and the preparation of students for success as they transition to higher grade levels.

The school operates under the broader mission of the Stoughton Public Schools, which prioritizes inclusive learning environments and the cultivation of a supportive school culture. By utilizing the district’s official website (stoughtonschools.org) as a hub for communication, West Elementary maintains strong transparency with families regarding curriculum standards, school events, and administrative resources. The school aims to foster a collaborative partnership between educators, students, and parents to ensure a well-rounded educational experience for all children in the Stoughton area.

For more information, contact West Elementary at (781) 344-7005 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1322 Central Street
Stoughton, MA 02072-4410
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WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Stoughton, MA with about 373 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Massachusetts

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
District:
Stoughton
Total Students:
373
Teachers:
32.46
NSLP Status:1
Missing
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 373 students

White
43.7%
Hispanic/Latino
23.1%
Black or African American
22.5%
Two or more races
5.9%
Asian
4.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.5%

Female
51.2%
Male
48.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.