Serving 421 students in grades 6-8, East 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 14% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (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 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Middle School's attendance zone covers the entire Brockton, MA school district, encompassing approximately 21.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 2.2 miles and the furthest edge located 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Middle School's student population of 421 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
421 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
East 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 East Middle School is 0.52, 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
#1507 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
66%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.5%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-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 East Middle School's ranking?
East Middle School is ranked #1507 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are East Middle School often compared to?
East Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashfield Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend East Middle School?
421 students attend East Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of East Middle School students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Middle School?
East Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does East Middle School offer ?
East Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Middle School part of?
East Middle School is part of Brockton School District.
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