Serving 916 students in grades 6-8, Justus C. Richardson 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 33% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 916 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Justus C. Richardson Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering an area of approximately 21.4 square miles in Dracut, MA. Typically, it takes 5-10 minutes to drive to the school from various points within the zone, which reaches up to 6 miles from the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Justus C. Richardson Middle School's student population of 916 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
916 students
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Justus C. Richardson 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 Justus C. Richardson Middle School is 0.56, 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
#1094 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Asian
12%
8%
Hispanic
16%
26%
Black
7%
10%
White
63%
51%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.2%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Justus C. Richardson Middle School's ranking?
Justus C. Richardson Middle School is ranked #1094 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Justus C. Richardson Middle School?
916 students attend Justus C. Richardson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Justus C. Richardson Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Justus C. Richardson Middle School?
Justus C. Richardson Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Justus C. Richardson Middle School offer ?
Justus C. Richardson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Justus C. Richardson Middle School part of?
Justus C. Richardson Middle School is part of Dracut School District.
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