Serving 739 students in grades 5-8, Groton Dunstable Regional Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (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 21% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 739 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Groton Dunstable Regional Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Groton Dunstable Regional Middle School's student population of 739 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
739 students
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Rankings
Groton Dunstable Regional Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Groton Dunstable Regional Middle School is 0.37, 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
#393 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
8%
Hispanic
4%
26%
Black
2%
10%
White
79%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
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
8%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Groton Dunstable Regional Middle School's ranking?
Groton Dunstable Regional Middle School is ranked #393 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Groton Dunstable Regional Middle School often compared to?
Groton Dunstable Regional Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Groton Dunstable Regional, Florence Roche School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Groton Dunstable Regional Middle School?
739 students attend Groton Dunstable Regional Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Groton Dunstable Regional Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Groton Dunstable Regional Middle School?
Groton Dunstable Regional Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Groton Dunstable Regional Middle School offer ?
Groton Dunstable Regional Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Groton Dunstable Regional Middle School part of?
Groton Dunstable Regional Middle School is part of Groton-Dunstable School District.
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