For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 545 students in Northborough, MA.
The top-ranked public middle school in Northborough, MA is Robert E. Melican Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Northborough, MA public middle school have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Massachusetts public middle school average of 39%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in Northborough have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Massachusetts public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public middle school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Northborough, MA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Robert E. Melican Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
145 Lincoln Street
Northborough, MA 01532
(508) 351-7020
Northborough, MA 01532
(508) 351-7020
Gr: 6-8 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Northborough, MA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Northborough, MA include Robert E. Melican Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Northborough?
1 public middle schools are located in Northborough.
What is the racial composition of students in Northborough?
Northborough public middle schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Massachusetts public middle schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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