Serving 348 students in grades 6-8, Oliver 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 17% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oliver Middle School's student population of 348 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
348 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
‘Truth and Honor’
School Rankings
Oliver 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 Oliver Middle School is 0.06, 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
#1504 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
97%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
10%
White
1%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.5%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oliver Middle School's ranking?
Oliver Middle School is ranked #1504 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Oliver Middle School?
348 students attend Oliver Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Oliver Middle School students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oliver Middle School?
Oliver Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Oliver Middle School offer ?
Oliver Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oliver Middle School part of?
Oliver Middle School is part of Lawrence School District.
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