Robert H. Adams Middle School

323 Woodland Street
Holliston, MA 01746
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
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Top 30%
Serving 676 students in grades 6-8, Robert H. Adams Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher 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 22% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 676 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : Top 30% in MA
  • : 50% (Top 30%)
  • : 60% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Robert H. Adams Middle School's student population of 676 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
676 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
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School Rankings

Robert H. Adams Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert H. Adams Middle School is 0.38, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (MA)
#492 out of 1644 schools
(Top 30%)
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50%
37%
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60%
49%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
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American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
10%
7%
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Hispanic
6%
23%
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Black
2%
10%
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White
78%
56%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.38
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
35%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
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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 Robert H. Adams Middle School's ranking?
Robert H. Adams Middle School is ranked #492 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Robert H. Adams Middle School?
676 students attend Robert H. Adams Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Robert H. Adams Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert H. Adams Middle School?
Robert H. Adams Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Robert H. Adams Middle School offer ?
Robert H. Adams Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert H. Adams Middle School part of?
Robert H. Adams Middle School is part of Holliston School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 676 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 50% (Top 30%)
  • : 60% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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