King Philip Regional School District is a school district headquartered in Norfolk, Massachusetts. Its territory includes Norfolk, Plainville, and Wrentham.
Serving 706 students in grades 7-8, King Philip Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (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 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 706 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: King Philip Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Norfolk, MA school district, covering approximately 49.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 4.4 miles and the furthest edge located 8.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
King Philip Middle School's student population of 706 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
706 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Rankings
King Philip 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 King Philip Middle School is 0.32, 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
#623 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
School Mascot
Warrior
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is King Philip Middle School's ranking?
King Philip Middle School is ranked #623 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are King Philip Middle School often compared to?
King Philip Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like King Philip Regional High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% 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 King Philip Middle School?
706 students attend King Philip Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of King Philip Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of King Philip Middle School?
King Philip Middle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does King Philip Middle School offer ?
King Philip Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is King Philip Middle School part of?
King Philip Middle School is part of King Philip School District.
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