Serving 493 students in grades 6-8, Doherty 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 63% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 493 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Doherty Middle serves the southeast part of Andover, MA, covering an area of approximately 12.1 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.5 miles to the edge of the attendance area, extending up to 4.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Doherty Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Doherty Middle School's student population of 493 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
493 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Doherty 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 Doherty Middle School is 0.42, 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
#242 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. 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 Doherty Middle School's ranking?
Doherty Middle School is ranked #242 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Doherty Middle School?
493 students attend Doherty Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Doherty Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Doherty Middle School?
Doherty Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Doherty Middle School offer ?
Doherty Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Doherty Middle School part of?
Doherty Middle School is part of Andover School District.
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