Duxbury Middle School serves 666 students in grades 6-8.
Duxbury Middle School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 666 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Duxbury Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Duxbury Middle School's student population of 666 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
666 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Duxbury Middle School is ranked within the top 30% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Duxbury Middle School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#366 out of 1644 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
37%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
49%

Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%

Hispanic
3%
22%

Black
n/a
10%

White
91%
57%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
36%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Duxbury Middle School's ranking?
Duxbury Middle School is ranked #366 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Duxbury Middle School?
666 students attend Duxbury Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Duxbury Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Duxbury Middle School?
Duxbury Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Duxbury Middle School offer ?
Duxbury Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Duxbury Middle School part of?
Duxbury Middle School is part of Duxbury School District.
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