Serving 906 students in grades 7-8, Ottoson Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 906 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ottoson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Ottoson Middle School's student population of 906 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
906 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ottoson Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ottoson Middle School is 0.48, which is less 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
#249 out of 1644 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
8%
23%
Black
5%
10%
White
71%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Ottoson Middle School's ranking?
Ottoson Middle School is ranked #249 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Ottoson Middle School?
906 students attend Ottoson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Ottoson Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ottoson Middle School?
Ottoson Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ottoson Middle School offer ?
Ottoson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ottoson Middle School part of?
Ottoson Middle School is part of Arlington School District.
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