Serving 529 students in grades 6-8, Robert E. Melican Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Robert E. Melican Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Robert E. Melican Middle School's student population of 529 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
529 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Robert E. Melican Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Robert E. Melican Middle School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#580 out of 1644 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
7%
Hispanic
10%
23%
Black
2%
10%
White
71%
56%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Robert E. Melican Middle School's ranking?
Robert E. Melican Middle School is ranked #580 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Robert E. Melican Middle School often compared to?
Robert E. Melican Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sarah W Gibbons Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Robert E. Melican Middle School?
529 students attend Robert E. Melican Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Robert E. Melican Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert E. Melican Middle School?
Robert E. Melican Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Robert E. Melican Middle School offer ?
Robert E. Melican Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Robert E. Melican Middle School part of?
Robert E. Melican Middle School is part of Northborough School District.
School Reviews
5 5/30/2015
great school, excellent special needs program and it has the best education you could ask for
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