J Henry Higgins Middle School
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,443 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
(offers virtual instruction)




School Rankings
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Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend J Henry Higgins Middle School?
1,443 students attend J Henry Higgins Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of J Henry Higgins Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J Henry Higgins Middle School?
J Henry Higgins Middle School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does J Henry Higgins Middle School offer ?
J Henry Higgins Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is J Henry Higgins Middle School part of?
J Henry Higgins Middle School is part of Peabody School District.
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