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Abington Middle School

Middle School · Abington

201 Gliniewicz Way, Abington, MA 02351

Enrollment

636

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

5.1

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,293 of 1,793

In Abington

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

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Abington Middle School

5.1/10

Middle School in Abington · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.1/10

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3.3/10

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About Abington Middle School

Abington Middle School is a public middle school in Abington, MA, part of Abington. Abington Middle School serves approximately 636 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Abington Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,293 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Abington Middle School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts below MA schools
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.78 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.9Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.6% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-5.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.3 pts
Overall Proficiency37% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-13.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile31th
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,411
Chronic Absenteeism21.7%

Abington Middle School — Students at Abington Middle School score 37% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 40.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 52.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 116 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
48%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
49%
ELA
81%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
48%
ELA
77%
2013
Math
45%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
50%
ELA
76%
2015
Math
50%
ELA
79%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
48%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
47.3%
ELA
53.8%
2019
Math
45.2%
ELA
53.7%
2020*
Math
28%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
28.2%
ELA
51.8%
2022
Math
37.5%
ELA
48.7%
2023
Math
39.4%
ELA
48.8%
2024
Math
40.6%
ELA
41.6%
2025
Math
35.6%
ELA
38%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.0/10.

How Abington Middle School Compares

See how Abington Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
28th percentile in MA
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.7%

Location

201 Gliniewicz Way, Abington, MA 02351

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Abington Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Ashfield Middle School (rated 7.7/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Brockton), which scores notably higher. Another option is East Middle School (rated 6.2/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Brockton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John W Rogers Middle (rated 6.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Rockland), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Abington, see our Abington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Abington High Abington 0.0 mi 5.1
Abington Early Education Program Abington 0.0 mi 3.3
Beaver Brook Elementary Abington 0.6 mi 7.5
ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Abington 0.9 mi 4.2
Woodsdale Elementary School Abington 1.2 mi 4.8
Phelps Elementary School Rockland 1.8 mi 8.0
Louise A Conley Whitman 2.4 mi 7.8
John W Rogers Middle Rockland 2.0 mi 6.1
Rockland Senior High Rockland 2.0 mi 7.0
Whitman Middle Whitman 2.8 mi 4.5
Mary E. Baker School Brockton 2.5 mi 6.6
Ashfield Middle School Brockton 2.4 mi 7.7
CARDINAL SPELLMAN HIGH SCHOOL Brockton 2.7 mi 5.2
John H Duval Whitman 2.9 mi 5.6
Thomas W. Hamilton Primary School South Weymouth 3.4 mi 6.6
Brookfield Brockton 2.9 mi 5.5
Downey Brockton 3.5 mi 5.9
East Middle School Brockton 3.3 mi 6.2
R Stewart Esten Rockland 3.0 mi 7.3
Holbrook Middle High School Holbrook 3.3 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02351 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$119,787

Median Home Value

$516,300

Median Rent

$1,547/mo

Population

17,008

College Educated

39.8%

Homeownership

74.2%

Avg Commute

32.7 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

40.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Abington Middle School

What grades does Abington Middle School serve?

Abington Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Abington Middle School?

Abington Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 636 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Abington Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Abington Middle School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Abington Middle School rank in MA?

Abington Middle School ranks #1,293 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Abington Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Abington Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Abington Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Abington Middle School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Abington Middle School a charter school?

No, Abington Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Abington Middle School a Title I school?

No, Abington Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
36 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
636
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Plymouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.7%

District

Abington
District Enrollment
2,133
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,411
District Rank
#3 of 5

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