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.
664
Total Students
50.9
Full-Time Teachers
13.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for E W Thurston Middle
Demographic Student Count
White463
Hispanic41
Black13
Asian98
Two or More48
American Indian1
  • White
    463 (69.7%)
  • Asian
    98 (14.8%)
  • Two or More
    48 (7.2%)
  • Hispanic
    41 (6.2%)
  • Black
    13 (2.0%)
  • American Indian
    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: 664
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 50.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 236
Grade 7 223
Grade 8 205

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for E W Thurston Middle
Grade Student Count
Grade 6236
Grade 7223
Grade 8205
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for E W Thurston Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female31347.1%
Male35152.9%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)