E W THURSTON MIDDLE SCHOOL
E W Thurston Middle is a public middle school that is part of the Westwood school district, located in Westwood, MA with about 793 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 59 teachers, E W Thurston Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.
Edward W. Thurston Middle School is a public middle school located in Westwood, Massachusetts, serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Westwood Public Schools district, the institution is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and challenging learning environment that supports the academic, social, and emotional development of early adolescents. The school emphasizes a curriculum that encourages critical thinking and collaboration, while providing a variety of extracurricular activities, sports, and arts programs designed to help students discover their unique interests and talents.
Beyond its academic offerings, Thurston Middle School places a high priority on community engagement and the well-being of its student body. The faculty works closely with families to ensure a smooth transition from elementary school and preparation for the high school level. By promoting core values such as respect, responsibility, and perseverance, the school aims to cultivate a supportive culture where every student feels a sense of belonging. Prospective families can find further information regarding school policies, academic calendars, and administrative contact details on their official district website.
For more information, contact E W Thurston Middle at (781) 326-7500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Westwood, MA 02090
(781) 326-7500
http://www.westwood.k12.ma.us
E W THURSTON MIDDLE SCHOOL is a public school in Westwood, MA with about 793 enrolled students. See other public middle schools in Massachusetts
School Details
- Level:
- Middle School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Westwood
- Total Students:
- 793
- Teachers:
- 59.71
- NSLP Status:1
- Missing
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 793 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending E W THURSTON MIDDLE SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 78% of the student body.
- White
- 77.8%
- Asian
- 11.1%
- Black or African American
- 4.0%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 3.9%
- Two or more races
- 3.2%
- Female
- 50.4%
- Male
- 49.6%
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.