Serving 599 students in grades 5-7, Marshall Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 46% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 599 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marshall Middle School's student population of 599 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
599 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 31, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 20, 2026
School Rankings
Marshall 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 Marshall Middle School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#864 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
7%
Hispanic
12%
25%
Black
7%
10%
White
69%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marshall Middle School's ranking?
Marshall Middle School is ranked #864 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Marshall Middle School often compared to?
Marshall Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Locke Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Marshall Middle School?
599 students attend Marshall Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Marshall Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Marshall Middle School?
Marshall Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Marshall Middle School offer ?
Marshall Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Marshall Middle School part of?
Marshall Middle School is part of Billerica School District.
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