Serving 782 students in grades 6-8, Wilmington 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 52% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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 18% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 782 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilmington Middle School's student population of 782 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
782 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'Empower Every Student!'
School Rankings
Wilmington 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 Wilmington Middle School is 0.32, 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
#756 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilmington Middle School's ranking?
Wilmington Middle School is ranked #756 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Wilmington Middle School often compared to?
Wilmington Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Reading Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Wilmington Middle School?
782 students attend Wilmington Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Wilmington Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilmington Middle School?
Wilmington Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wilmington Middle School offer ?
Wilmington Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wilmington Middle School part of?
Wilmington Middle School is part of Wilmington School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
No diversity. Preferential treatment to non minority students. Horrible administration, pick and choose students to classify as truant. Persecute parents who do not conform.
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