Serving 478 students in grades 7-8, Grafton 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 51% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Grafton Middle's attendance zone covers the entire Grafton, MA school district, encompassing an area of approximately 23.3 square miles. Most families typically drive 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grafton Middle School's student population of 478 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
478 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Year Founded
1968
School Rankings
Grafton 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 Grafton Middle School is 0.48, 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
#653 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
16%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
White
70%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grafton Middle School's ranking?
Grafton Middle School is ranked #653 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Grafton Middle School often compared to?
Grafton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stacy Middle School, Sarah W Gibbons Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Grafton Middle School?
478 students attend Grafton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Grafton Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grafton Middle School?
Grafton Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Grafton Middle School offer ?
Grafton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grafton Middle School part of?
Grafton Middle School is part of Grafton School District.
In what neighborhood is Grafton Middle School located?
Grafton Middle School is located in the North Grafton neighborhood of Grafton, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in North Grafton.
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