Arlington Middle School

150 Arlington Street
Lawrence, MA 01841
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Bottom 50%
Serving 563 students in grades 5-8, Arlington 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 10% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 13% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 563 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50% in MA
  • : 10% (Btm 50%)
  • : 13% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Arlington Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:

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School Overview

Arlington Middle School's student population of 563 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
563 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
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School Rankings

Arlington Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arlington Middle School is 0.06, 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.
This School
State Level (MA)
#1552 out of 1644 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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10%
37%
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13%
49%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
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American Indian
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Asian
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7%
Hispanic
97%
23%
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Black
1%
10%
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White
2%
56%
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Hawaiian
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Two or more races
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4%
All Ethnic Groups
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0.06
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
35%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
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School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Arlington Middle School's ranking?
Arlington Middle School is ranked #1552 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Arlington Middle School often compared to?
Arlington Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alexander B Bruce, Guilmette Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 13% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Arlington Middle School?
563 students attend Arlington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Arlington Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arlington Middle School?
Arlington Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Arlington Middle School offer ?
Arlington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Arlington Middle School part of?
Arlington Middle School is part of Lawrence School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 563 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 10% (Btm 50%)
  • : 13% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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