Serving 940 students in grades 6-8, Sullivan 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 28% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 940 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sullivan Middle serves the southern part of Worcester, MA, covering an area of approximately 8.2 square miles. Most students live within a 5 to 10-minute drive, with an average distance of 2.3 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 4.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sullivan Middle School's student population of 940 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
940 students
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
5 acres
School Motto
'Empower learning through respect, responsibility, and readiness.'
School Rankings
Sullivan 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 Sullivan Middle School is 0.68, 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
#1217 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
8%
Hispanic
49%
26%
Black
15%
10%
White
23%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sullivan Middle School's ranking?
Sullivan Middle School is ranked #1217 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Sullivan Middle School often compared to?
Sullivan Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Worcester East Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Sullivan Middle School?
940 students attend Sullivan Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Sullivan Middle School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sullivan Middle School?
Sullivan Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sullivan Middle School offer ?
Sullivan Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sullivan Middle School part of?
Sullivan Middle School is part of Worcester School District.
In what neighborhood is Sullivan Middle School located?
Sullivan Middle School is located in the Webster Square neighborhood of Worcester, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Webster Square.
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