Serving 649 students in grades 6-8, Oak Hill Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (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 53% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 649 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Oak Hill Middle serves the southeastern part of Newton Center, MA, covering an area of approximately 5.2 square miles. Most students can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oak Hill 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
Oak Hill Middle School's student population of 649 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
649 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oak Hill 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 Oak Hill Middle School is 0.69, which is more 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
#181 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
27%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oak Hill Middle School's ranking?
Oak Hill Middle School is ranked #181 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Oak Hill Middle School often compared to?
Oak Hill Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charles E Brown Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Oak Hill Middle School?
649 students attend Oak Hill Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Oak Hill Middle School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oak Hill Middle School?
Oak Hill Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Oak Hill Middle School offer ?
Oak Hill Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oak Hill Middle School part of?
Oak Hill Middle School is part of Newton School District.
In what neighborhood is Oak Hill Middle School located?
Oak Hill Middle School is located in the Oak Hill neighborhood of Newton Center, MA. There are 3 other public schools located in Oak Hill.
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