Serving 18 students in grades 7-8, Next Wave Junior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 18 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Next Wave Junior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Next Wave Junior High School's student population of 18 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
18 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Next Wave Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Next Wave Junior High School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#652 out of 1644 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
56%
23%
Black
28%
10%
White
11%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Next Wave Junior High School's ranking?
Next Wave Junior High School is ranked #652 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Next Wave Junior High School?
18 students attend Next Wave Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Next Wave Junior High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Next Wave Junior High School?
Next Wave Junior High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Next Wave Junior High School offer ?
Next Wave Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Next Wave Junior High School part of?
Next Wave Junior High School is part of Somerville School District.
In what neighborhood is Next Wave Junior High School located?
Next Wave Junior High School is located in the East Somerville neighborhood of Somerville, MA. There are 3 other public schools located in East Somerville.
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