Ashfield Middle School

225 Coe Road
Brockton, MA 02302
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 517 students in grades 6-8, Ashfield 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 26% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 24% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 517 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 78%
  • : Bottom 50% in MA
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

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

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School Overview

Ashfield Middle School's student population of 517 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
517 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Sep 3, 2025

School Rankings

Ashfield 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 Ashfield Middle School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (MA)
#1314 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
26%
42%
24%
44%
15-19%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
14%
25%
Black
59%
10%
White
22%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.59
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ashfield Middle School's ranking?
Ashfield Middle School is ranked #1314 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Ashfield Middle School often compared to?
Ashfield Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Ashfield Middle School?
517 students attend Ashfield Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Ashfield Middle School students are Black, 22% of students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ashfield Middle School?
Ashfield Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ashfield Middle School offer ?
Ashfield Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ashfield Middle School part of?
Ashfield Middle School is part of Brockton School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 517 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 78%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • : 24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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