Serving 601 students in grades 6-8, Plymouth South 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 36% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 13% 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: 601 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Plymouth South Middle serves the southeast part of Plymouth, MA, covering an attendance area of approximately 55.2 square miles, with most students living within a 10-15 minute drive to the school and an average distance of 6.2 miles to the zone's edge. The furthest edge of the zone is about 8.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Plymouth South Middle School's student population of 601 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
601 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
Plymouth South 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 Plymouth South Middle School is 0.24, 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
#898 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
6%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
Black
2%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 26-year historical data
White
87%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plymouth South Middle School's ranking?
Plymouth South Middle School is ranked #898 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Plymouth South Middle School often compared to?
Plymouth South Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wareham Middle School, Plymouth Commun Intermediate by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Plymouth South Middle School?
601 students attend Plymouth South Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Plymouth South Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plymouth South Middle School?
Plymouth South Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Plymouth South Middle School offer ?
Plymouth South Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Plymouth South Middle School part of?
Plymouth South Middle School is part of Plymouth School District.
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