Serving 576 students in grades 7-8, Tantasqua Regional Jr High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tantasqua Regional Junior High's attendance zone covers the entire school district, located in Fiskdale, MA, and encompasses approximately 120 square miles. The average drive to the school from anywhere within the zone typically takes 10 to 15 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 11.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tantasqua Regional Jr High School's student population of 576 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
576 students
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tantasqua Regional Jr High 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 Tantasqua Regional Jr High School is 0.27, 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
#647 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
7%
26%
Black
1%
10%
White
85%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tantasqua Regional Jr High School's ranking?
Tantasqua Regional Jr High School is ranked #647 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Tantasqua Regional Jr High School often compared to?
Tantasqua Regional Jr High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Quabbin Regional Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Tantasqua Regional Jr High School?
576 students attend Tantasqua Regional Jr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Tantasqua Regional Jr High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tantasqua Regional Jr High School?
Tantasqua Regional Jr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Tantasqua Regional Jr High School offer ?
Tantasqua Regional Jr High School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tantasqua Regional Jr High School part of?
Tantasqua Regional Jr High School is part of Tantasqua School District.
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