School Overview
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.
661
Total Students
56.2
Full-Time Teachers
11.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for E W Thurston Middle
Demographic Student Count
White482
Hispanic42
Black13
Asian75
Two or More47
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    482 (72.9 %)
  • Asian
    75 (11.3 %)
  • Two or More
    47 (7.1 %)
  • Hispanic
    42 (6.4 %)
  • Black
    13 (2.0 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Westwood
Phone: (781)326-7500
Website: http://www.westwood.k12.ma.us
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 661
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 56.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 218
Grade 7 214
Grade 8 229

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for E W Thurston Middle
Grade Student Count
Grade 6218
Grade 7214
Grade 8229
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for E W Thurston Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female32348.9%
Male33851.1%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)