Sandwich Middle High School is a public high school located in East Sandwich, Massachusetts, United States. The school serves the students of Sandwich, Massachusetts. Enrollment at the school is about 900 students in grades 7–12, and employs 85 faculty members.
Serving 393 students in grades 7-8, Sandwich Stem Academy 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 30% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Math Proficiency: 30%
- Reading Proficiency: 42%
- Science Proficiency: 45-49%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sandwich Stem Academy's student population of 393 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
393 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1881
Colors
White, Blue, Navy Blue, Sky Blue
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sandwich Stem Academy is 0.21, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)42%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)45-49%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
4%
25%
Black
3%
10%
White
89%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blue Knight
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Sandwich Stem Academy often compared to?
Sandwich Stem Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Plymouth South Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Sandwich Stem Academy?
393 students attend Sandwich Stem Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Sandwich Stem Academy students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sandwich Stem Academy?
Sandwich Stem Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sandwich Stem Academy offer ?
Sandwich Stem Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sandwich Stem Academy part of?
Sandwich Stem Academy is part of Sandwich School District.
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