Serving 990 students in grades 6-8, Normandin 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 16% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 990 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Normandin Middle School serves the northern part of New Bedford, MA, encompassing an area of approximately 13.6 square miles. Families within this zone can typically reach the school within 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge about 4.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Normandin Middle School's student population of 990 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
990 students
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
School Rankings
Normandin 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 Normandin Middle School is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1437 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
39%
26%
Black
11%
10%
White
43%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.1%
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 Normandin Middle School's ranking?
Normandin Middle School is ranked #1437 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Normandin Middle School?
990 students attend Normandin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Normandin Middle School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Normandin Middle School?
Normandin Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Normandin Middle School offer ?
Normandin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Normandin Middle School part of?
Normandin Middle School is part of New Bedford School District.
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