Serving 374 students in grades 5-8, Berkley 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 42% (which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 374 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Berkley Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Berkley, MA school district, covering approximately 17.4 square miles and generally allowing for a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is around 2.5 miles, with the furthest edge located about 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Berkley Middle School's student population of 374 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
374 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Motto
Community of Belonging, Culture of Care, and Academic Excellence
School Rankings
Berkley 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 Berkley Middle School is 0.15, 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
#725 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
10%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 22-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 Berkley Middle School's ranking?
Berkley Middle School is ranked #725 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Berkley Middle School often compared to?
Berkley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Somerset Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Berkley Middle School?
374 students attend Berkley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Berkley Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Berkley Middle School?
Berkley Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Berkley Middle School offer ?
Berkley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Berkley Middle School part of?
Berkley Middle School is part of Berkley School District.
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