Serving 411 students in grades 7-8, Marblehead Veterans Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Marblehead Veterans Middle School serves the entire district of Marblehead, MA, encompassing an attendance zone of approximately 6.4 square miles. Most areas are within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge located about 2.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Marblehead Veterans Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Marblehead Veterans Middle School's student population of 411 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
411 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Dedicated to excellence in education'
School Rankings
Marblehead Veterans Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Marblehead Veterans Middle School is 0.29, 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
#270 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
7%
26%
Black
3%
10%
White
84%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.3%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
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 Marblehead Veterans Middle School's ranking?
Marblehead Veterans Middle School is ranked #270 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Marblehead Veterans Middle School often compared to?
Marblehead Veterans Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Swampscott Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Marblehead Veterans Middle School?
411 students attend Marblehead Veterans Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Marblehead Veterans Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marblehead Veterans Middle School?
Marblehead Veterans Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Marblehead Veterans Middle School offer ?
Marblehead Veterans Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marblehead Veterans Middle School part of?
Marblehead Veterans Middle School is part of Marblehead School District.
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