Serving 284 students in grades 6-8, Douglas 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 40% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% 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: 284 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Douglas Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Douglas, MA, covering approximately 37.9 square miles, with a typical drive to the school taking around 10-12 minutes and the furthest edge located about 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Douglas Middle School's student population of 284 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
284 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Douglas 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 Douglas Middle School is 0.26, 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
#942 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
10%
White
86%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.5%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Douglas Middle School's ranking?
Douglas Middle School is ranked #942 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Douglas Middle School often compared to?
Douglas Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Douglas Elementary School, Miscoe Hill School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Douglas Middle School?
284 students attend Douglas Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Douglas Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Douglas Middle School?
Douglas Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Douglas Middle School offer ?
Douglas Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Douglas Middle School part of?
Douglas Middle School is part of Douglas School District.
In what neighborhood is Douglas Middle School located?
Douglas Middle School is located in the East Douglas neighborhood of Douglas, MA. There are 3 other public schools located in East Douglas.
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