Albert F Ford Middle School

708 Middle Road
Acushnet, MA 02743
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 407 students in grades 5-8, Albert F Ford Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). 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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 407 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 11%
  • : Top 50% in MA
  • : 45% (Top 50%)
  • : 42% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Albert F Ford Middle School's student population of 407 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
407 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
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School Rankings

Albert F Ford Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albert F Ford Middle School is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MA)
#810 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
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45%
41%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of Albert F Ford Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Math of public schools in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
42%
44%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Albert F Ford Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Reading/Language Arts of Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
45-49%
44%
This chart displays the percentage of students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of Albert F Ford Middle School and the percentage of public school students that scored at or above 'proficient' levels in Science of public schools in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
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American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
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Hispanic
5%
24%
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Black
1%
10%
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White
89%
54%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
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All Ethnic Groups
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This chart displays the percentage breakdown of public school students of all ethnic groups in Massachusetts.
0.21
This chart displays the diversity score of Albert F Ford Middle School and the public school average diversity score of Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
35%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Albert F Ford Middle School and the percentage of public school students who is eligible for reduced lunch in Massachusetts by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Albert F Ford Middle School's ranking?
Albert F Ford Middle School is ranked #810 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Albert F Ford Middle School often compared to?
Albert F Ford Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Atlantis Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Albert F Ford Middle School?
407 students attend Albert F Ford Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Albert F Ford Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Albert F Ford Middle School?
Albert F Ford Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Albert F Ford Middle School offer ?
Albert F Ford Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Albert F Ford Middle School part of?
Albert F Ford Middle School is part of Acushnet School District.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 407 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 11%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 45% (Top 50%)
  • : 42% (Btm 50%)
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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