Serving 601 students in grades 6-8, Memorial 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 27% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 601 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Memorial Intermediate's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Fitchburg, MA, covering approximately 28.1 square miles. Most areas within the zone are a quick 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.7 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and the furthest edge located about 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Memorial Middle School's student population of 601 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
601 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Year Founded
2023
School Calendar
School Motto
EXCELLENCE IS NOT A SKILL. IT IS AN ATTITUDE.
School Rankings
Memorial 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 Memorial Middle School is 0.61, 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
#1100 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
56%
26%
Black
6%
10%
White
27%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.1%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Memorial Middle School's ranking?
Memorial Middle School is ranked #1100 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?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Memorial Middle School?
601 students attend Memorial Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Memorial Middle School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Memorial Middle School?
Memorial Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Memorial Middle School offer ?
Memorial Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Memorial Middle School part of?
Memorial Middle School is part of Fitchburg School District.
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