Serving 394 students in grades 6-8, Northbridge 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 31% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 394 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northbridge Middle's attendance zone covers the entire district in Whitinsville, MA, encompassing approximately 18.1 square miles. Most students reside within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.1 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northbridge Middle School's student population of 394 students has declined by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
394 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Northbridge 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 Northbridge Middle School is 0.30, 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
#1203 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
10%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.7%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-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 Northbridge Middle School's ranking?
Northbridge Middle School is ranked #1203 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Northbridge Middle School often compared to?
Northbridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Webster Middle School, Miscoe Hill School, Sutton Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Northbridge Middle School?
394 students attend Northbridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Northbridge Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northbridge Middle School?
Northbridge Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Northbridge Middle School offer ?
Northbridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northbridge Middle School part of?
Northbridge Middle School is part of Northbridge School District.
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