Serving 16 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 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 63% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 16 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: NEXT WAVE JUNIOR HIGH's attendance zone covers the entire district of Somerville, MA, encompassing approximately 4.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 3 miles away.
- 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
School Overview
Next Wave Junior High School's student population of 16 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
16 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Student Can Succeed
School Rankings
Next Wave Junior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Next Wave Junior High School is 0.69, which is more 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
#625 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
38%
26%
Black
13%
10%
White
37%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)75%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
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 #625 out of 1,626 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 42% MA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Next Wave Junior High School?
16 students attend Next Wave Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Next Wave Junior High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are White, 13% of students are Black, and 12% 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 3:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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