Nissitissit Middle School

33 Chace Avenue
Pepperell, MA 01463
: 
5/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 494 students in grades 5-8, Nissitissit 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 38% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 494 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : Bottom 50% in MA
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 47% (Top 50%)
  • : 50% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Nissitissit Middle School's student population of 494 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
494 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓

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School Rankings

Nissitissit 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 Nissitissit Middle School is 0.38, 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.
This School
State Level (MA)
#818 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

38%
42%

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

47%
44%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

50%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
3%
8%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
11%
26%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓

Black
3%
10%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓

White
78%
51%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
5%
5%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
22%
0.38

Showing 2016–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
13.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
34%

Showing 2011–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%

Showing 2011–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Nissitissit Middle School's ranking?
Nissitissit Middle School is ranked #818 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Nissitissit Middle School?
494 students attend Nissitissit Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Nissitissit Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nissitissit Middle School?
Nissitissit Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Nissitissit Middle School offer ?
Nissitissit Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nissitissit Middle School part of?
Nissitissit Middle School is part of North Middlesex School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: 5-8
  • Enrollment: 494 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 38% (Btm 50%)
  • : 47% (Top 50%)
  • : 50% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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