Serving 683 students in grades 6-8, Wilmington Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 48% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% 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: 683 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilmington Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Wilmington Middle School's student population of 683 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
683 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wilmington Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilmington Middle School is 0.26, 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
#700 out of 1644 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
4%
23%
Black
1%
10%
White
86%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
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 Wilmington Middle School's ranking?
Wilmington Middle School is ranked #700 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Wilmington Middle School?
683 students attend Wilmington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Wilmington Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilmington Middle School?
Wilmington Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wilmington Middle School offer ?
Wilmington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wilmington Middle School part of?
Wilmington Middle School is part of Wilmington School District.
School Reviews
2 5/24/2010
No diversity. Preferential treatment to non minority students. Horrible administration, pick and choose students to classify as truant. Persecute parents who do not conform.
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