Serving 1,056 students in grades 5-8, Galvin Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 1,056 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Galvin Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Wakefield, MA school district, covering approximately 8 square miles. Parents can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Galvin Middle School's student population of 1,056 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,056 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Inspire the Love of Learning
School Rankings
Galvin Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Galvin Middle School is 0.39, 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
#567 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
White
77%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
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 Galvin Middle School's ranking?
Galvin Middle School is ranked #567 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Galvin Middle School?
1,056 students attend Galvin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Galvin Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Galvin Middle School?
Galvin Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Galvin Middle School offer ?
Galvin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Galvin Middle School part of?
Galvin Middle School is part of Wakefield School District.
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