Serving 648 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 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 648 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%)
- 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
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Oak Hill Middle School's student population of 648 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
648 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
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 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#181 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
27%
7%
Hispanic
13%
25%
Black
6%
10%
White
47%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
648 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, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
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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