Serving 457 students in grades 5-8, Guilmette 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 18% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Guilmette Middle School's student population of 457 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
457 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Guilmette 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 Guilmette Middle School is 0.10, 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
#1461 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
95%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 18-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 Guilmette Middle School's ranking?
Guilmette Middle School is ranked #1461 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Guilmette Middle School often compared to?
Guilmette Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alexander B Bruce, Arlington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Guilmette Middle School?
457 students attend Guilmette Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Guilmette Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Guilmette Middle School?
Guilmette Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Guilmette Middle School offer ?
Guilmette Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Guilmette Middle School part of?
Guilmette Middle School is part of Lawrence School District.
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