Serving 398 students in grades 6-8, 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 11% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Middle School serves the entire district of Brockton, MA, encompassing approximately 21.5 square miles, with most students living within a quick 5-10 minute drive to the school. The furthest area from the school is about 4.7 miles away, ensuring that every part of the district is accessible to its students.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Middle School's student population of 398 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
398 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
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 South Middle School is 0.50, 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
#1566 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
15%
26%
Black
68%
10%
White
12%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.7%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Middle School's ranking?
South Middle School is ranked #1566 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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend South Middle School?
398 students attend South Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of South Middle School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Middle School?
South Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does South Middle School offer ?
South Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Middle School part of?
South Middle School is part of Brockton School District.
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