Serving 509 students in grades 6-8, Norwell 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 70% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher 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 12% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 509 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Norwell Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Norwell, MA, covering approximately 21.3 square miles. Most students are within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.7 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norwell 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
Norwell Middle School's student population of 509 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
509 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Children First
School Rankings
Norwell 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 Norwell Middle School is 0.22, 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
#208 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
10%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.6%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Clipper
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norwell Middle School's ranking?
Norwell Middle School is ranked #208 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Norwell Middle School often compared to?
Norwell Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hanover Middle School, William G Vinal by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Norwell Middle School?
509 students attend Norwell Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Norwell Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Norwell Middle School?
Norwell Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Norwell Middle School offer ?
Norwell Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Norwell Middle School part of?
Norwell Middle School is part of Norwell School District.
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