Serving 574 students in grades 6-8, Thomas Blake Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 574 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Thomas Blake Middle serves the entire district of Medfield, MA, encompassing an area of approximately 14.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest zone boundary located about 3.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomas Blake Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Thomas Blake Middle School's student population of 574 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
574 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Thomas Blake Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas Blake Middle School is 0.29, 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
#231 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
8%
Hispanic
5%
26%
Black
2%
10%
White
84%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.7%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomas Blake Middle School's ranking?
Thomas Blake Middle School is ranked #231 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Thomas Blake Middle School?
574 students attend Thomas Blake Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Thomas Blake Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas Blake Middle School?
Thomas Blake Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Thomas Blake Middle School offer ?
Thomas Blake Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thomas Blake Middle School part of?
Thomas Blake Middle School is part of Medfield School District.
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