Serving 689 students in grades 5-8, Stoneham Central Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher 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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 689 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stoneham Central Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Stoneham, MA school district, covering approximately 6.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stoneham Central Middle School's student population of 689 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
689 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
Stoneham Central Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stoneham Central Middle School is 0.43, 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
#662 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Black
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
74%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-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 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.7%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-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 Stoneham Central Middle School's ranking?
Stoneham Central Middle School is ranked #662 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Stoneham Central Middle School often compared to?
Stoneham Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Melrose Middle School, Colonial Park by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Stoneham Central Middle School?
689 students attend Stoneham Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Stoneham Central Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stoneham Central Middle School?
Stoneham Central Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Stoneham Central Middle School offer ?
Stoneham Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stoneham Central Middle School part of?
Stoneham Central Middle School is part of Stoneham School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
Teachers are wonderful and passionate. There seemed to be a huge disconnect between these wonderful teachers and the principal. The principal seemed to care about everyday quality of students experience. He did not respond sufficiently for a request for actions, moving more responsibility to teachers. He is outdated and not compassionate. He only complied when pressed.
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