Serving 1,362 students in grades 5-8, Winthrop L Chenery Middle School ranks in the top 10% 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 67% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 1,362 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winthrop L Chenery 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
Winthrop L Chenery Middle School's student population of 1,362 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,362 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Winthrop L Chenery Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winthrop L Chenery Middle School is 0.57, 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
#152 out of 1644 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
21%
7%
Hispanic
4%
23%
Black
4%
10%
White
62%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winthrop L Chenery Middle School's ranking?
Winthrop L Chenery Middle School is ranked #152 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Winthrop L Chenery Middle School?
1,362 students attend Winthrop L Chenery Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Winthrop L Chenery Middle School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Winthrop L Chenery Middle School?
Winthrop L Chenery Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Winthrop L Chenery Middle School offer ?
Winthrop L Chenery Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Winthrop L Chenery Middle School part of?
Winthrop L Chenery Middle School is part of Belmont School District.
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