Serving 628 students in grades 6-8, Auburn 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 46% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher 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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 628 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Auburn Middle's attendance zone covers the entire Auburn, MA school district, encompassing approximately 16.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Auburn Middle School's student population of 628 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
628 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
Auburn Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Auburn Middle School is 0.41, 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
#738 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
12%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Black
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
76%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Auburn Middle School's ranking?
Auburn Middle School is ranked #738 out of 1,626 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Auburn Middle School?
628 students attend Auburn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Auburn Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Auburn Middle School?
Auburn Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Auburn Middle School offer ?
Auburn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Auburn Middle School part of?
Auburn Middle School is part of Auburn School District.
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