Serving 750 students in grades 6-8, Harold L Qualters Middle School ranks in the top 50% 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 60% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 750 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harold L Qualters Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire Mansfield, MA school district, covering approximately 20.4 square miles. Families typically drive 5-10 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the edge of the zone being about 2.6 miles and the furthest edge located 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harold L Qualters Middle School's student population of 750 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
750 students
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
School Rankings
Harold L Qualters 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 Harold L Qualters Middle School is 0.44, 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
#510 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
8%
Hispanic
6%
26%
Black
5%
10%
White
74%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
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 Harold L Qualters Middle School's ranking?
Harold L Qualters Middle School is ranked #510 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Harold L Qualters Middle School often compared to?
Harold L Qualters Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Attleborough Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Harold L Qualters Middle School?
750 students attend Harold L Qualters Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Harold L Qualters Middle School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harold L Qualters Middle School?
Harold L Qualters Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Harold L Qualters Middle School offer ?
Harold L Qualters Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harold L Qualters Middle School part of?
Harold L Qualters Middle School is part of Mansfield School District.
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