Serving 434 students in grades 6-8, Bigelow Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 434 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Bigelow Middle serves the northeast part of Newton, MA, covering an area of approximately 2.4 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bigelow Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bigelow Middle School's student population of 434 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
434 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bigelow Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bigelow Middle School is 0.68, which is more 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
#279 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
16%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-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 Bigelow Middle School's ranking?
Bigelow Middle School is ranked #279 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Bigelow Middle School often compared to?
Bigelow Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like F A Day Middle School, Charles E Brown Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Bigelow Middle School?
434 students attend Bigelow Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Bigelow Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bigelow Middle School?
Bigelow Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bigelow Middle School offer ?
Bigelow Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bigelow Middle School part of?
Bigelow Middle School is part of Newton School District.
In what neighborhood is Bigelow Middle School located?
Bigelow Middle School is located in the Newton Corner neighborhood of Newton, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Newton Corner.
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