Serving 815 students in grades 6-8, Sharon Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 815 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Sharon Middle's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Sharon, MA, covering approximately 24.4 square miles. Most students typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of about 3 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest boundary located 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sharon Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sharon Middle School's student population of 815 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
815 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
Sharon Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sharon Middle School is 0.67, which is more 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
#326 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
31%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
7%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
48%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.4%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Sharon Middle School's ranking?
Sharon Middle School is ranked #326 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Sharon Middle School often compared to?
Sharon Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charles S Pierce Middle School, Wm H Galvin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Sharon Middle School?
815 students attend Sharon Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Sharon Middle School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sharon Middle School?
Sharon Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sharon Middle School offer ?
Sharon Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sharon Middle School part of?
Sharon Middle School is part of Sharon School District.
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