Serving 367 students in grades 6-12, Hampden Charter School Of Science West ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hampden Charter School Of Science West ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Hampden Charter School Of Science West's student population of 367 students has grown by 75% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 70% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hampden Charter School Of Science West ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hampden Charter School Of Science West is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#657 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
29%
24%
Black
12%
10%
White
56%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hampden Charter School Of Science West's ranking?
Hampden Charter School Of Science West is ranked #657 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hampden Charter School Of Science West?
The graduation rate of Hampden Charter School Of Science West is 80%, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 90%.
How many students attend Hampden Charter School Of Science West?
367 students attend Hampden Charter School Of Science West.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Hampden Charter School Of Science West students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hampden Charter School Of Science West?
Hampden Charter School Of Science West has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hampden Charter School Of Science West offer ?
Hampden Charter School Of Science West offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hampden Charter School Of Science West part of?
Hampden Charter School Of Science West is part of Hampden Charter School Of Science West School District.
School Reviews
5 3/29/2024
This is one of the best schools in West Springfield and love the middle school and the high school we need more charter elementary schools, more charter middle schools, and more charter high schools. Because the public schools are really crappy.
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