Nessacus Regional Middle School

35 Fox Road
Dalton, MA 01226
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4/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 353 students in grades 6-8, Nessacus Regional Middle School 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 31% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 353 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : Bottom 50% in MA
  • : 31% (Btm 50%)
  • : 42% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Nessacus Regional Middle School's student population of 353 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
353 students

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data

School Calendar

School Rankings

Nessacus Regional Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nessacus Regional Middle School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MA)
#1024 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data

31%
42%

Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data

42%
44%

Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data

45-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1

Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data

Asian
1%
8%

Showing 2014–2025. View full 32-year historical data

Hispanic
6%
26%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data

White
88%
51%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data

Two or more races
5%
5%

Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data

All Ethnic Groups
12%
0.22

Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data

(22-23)
20.1%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
34%

Showing 2011–2025. View full 26-year historical data

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%

Showing 2011–2025. View full 26-year historical data

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nessacus Regional Middle School's ranking?
Nessacus Regional Middle School is ranked #1024 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Nessacus Regional Middle School often compared to?
Nessacus Regional Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John T Reid Middle School, Theodore Herberg Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Nessacus Regional Middle School?
353 students attend Nessacus Regional Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Nessacus Regional Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nessacus Regional Middle School?
Nessacus Regional Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Nessacus Regional Middle School offer ?
Nessacus Regional Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nessacus Regional Middle School part of?
Nessacus Regional Middle School is part of Central Berkshire School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 353 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 31% (Btm 50%)
  • : 42% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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