Serving 439 students in grades 6-8, Winthrop 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 45% (which is higher 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 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Winthrop Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Winthrop, MA, covering an area of approximately 8.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Winthrop Middle School's student population of 439 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
439 students
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
Winthrop 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 Winthrop Middle School is 0.13, 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
#740 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
42%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2014–2025. View full 22-year historical data
American Indian
2%
n/a
Black
4%
10%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
93%
51%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
34%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 26-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 Winthrop Middle School's ranking?
Winthrop Middle School is ranked #740 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
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 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Winthrop Middle School?
439 students attend Winthrop Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Winthrop Middle School students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winthrop Middle School?
Winthrop Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Winthrop Middle School offer ?
Winthrop Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Winthrop Middle School part of?
Winthrop Middle School is part of Winthrop School District.
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