Serving 543 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 14% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arlington Middle School's student population of 543 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
543 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Arlington 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 Arlington Middle School is 0.06, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1560 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
97%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.6%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
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 #1560 out of 1,626 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?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Arlington Middle School?
543 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 Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arlington Middle School?
Arlington Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Arlington Middle School offer ?
Arlington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Arlington Middle School part of?
Arlington Middle School is part of Lawrence School District.
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