Serving 494 students in grades 6-8, North Reading Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 494 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: North Reading Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire North Reading school district, covering approximately 13.5 square miles. The area features a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Reading Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Reading Middle School's student population of 494 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
494 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
School Rankings
North Reading Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Reading Middle School is 0.26, 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
#236 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
8%
Hispanic
4%
26%
Black
1%
10%
White
86%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.7%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Reading Middle School's ranking?
North Reading Middle School is ranked #236 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are North Reading Middle School often compared to?
North Reading Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilmington Middle School, Doherty Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend North Reading Middle School?
494 students attend North Reading Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of North Reading Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Reading Middle School?
North Reading Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does North Reading Middle School offer ?
North Reading Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Reading Middle School part of?
North Reading Middle School is part of North Reading School District.
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