Serving 709 students in grades 6-8, Joseph F. Plouffe Academy ranks in the bottom 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 23% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 709 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph F. Plouffe Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Joseph F. Plouffe Academy's student population of 709 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
709 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Joseph F. Plouffe Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joseph F. Plouffe Academy is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1227 out of 1644 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
37%
23%
Black
39%
10%
White
15%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph F. Plouffe Academy's ranking?
Joseph F. Plouffe Academy is ranked #1227 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Joseph F. Plouffe Academy often compared to?
Joseph F. Plouffe Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Williams Intermediate School, West Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Joseph F. Plouffe Academy?
709 students attend Joseph F. Plouffe Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Joseph F. Plouffe Academy students are Black, 37% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Joseph F. Plouffe Academy?
Joseph F. Plouffe Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Joseph F. Plouffe Academy offer ?
Joseph F. Plouffe Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Joseph F. Plouffe Academy part of?
Joseph F. Plouffe Academy is part of Brockton School District.
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