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 (2026)
- 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 serves the entire district of Wakefield, MA, within an 8-square-mile attendance zone. Most students typically live 5-10 minutes from the school, with the furthest edge 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
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
11%
26%
Black
4%
10%
White
77%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
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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