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Amesbury Middle
Middle School · Amesbury
220 Main Street, Amesbury, MA 01913
Enrollment
416
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
416
Student-Teacher
9.2:1
Score
5.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,164 of 1,793
In Amesbury
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Amesbury
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Amesbury Middle
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About Amesbury Middle
Amesbury Middle is a public middle school in Amesbury, MA, part of Amesbury. Amesbury Middle serves approximately 416 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Amesbury Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,164 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Amesbury Middle show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.5 · Average
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Amesbury Middle sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
34% of students at Amesbury Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Amesbury Middle — Students at Amesbury Middle score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 110 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.7/10.
How Amesbury Middle Compares
See how Amesbury Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
220 Main Street, Amesbury, MA 01913
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Amesbury Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Dr John C Page School (rated 9.0/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby West Newbury), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rupert A Nock Middle (rated 8.5/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Newburyport), which scores notably higher. Additionally, South Hampton Barnard School (rated 8.2/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby South Hampton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Amesbury, see our Amesbury schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Amesbury Innovation High School Amesbury | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| AMESBURY MONTESSORI Amesbury | 0.6 mi | — |
| Amesbury High Amesbury | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| SPARHAWK SCHOOL INC Amesbury | 1.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Charles C Cashman Elementary Amesbury | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Shay Elementary Amesbury | 1.2 mi | 6.4 |
| AMESBURY SEVENTH-DAY ADVENTIST SCHOOL South Hampton | 2.4 mi | — |
| Francis T Bresnahan Elementary Newburyport | 2.6 mi | 4.7 |
| South Hampton Barnard School South Hampton | 2.9 mi | 8.2 |
| THE CHILDRENS CASTLE West Newbury | 3.2 mi | — |
| Dr John C Page School West Newbury | 3.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Newburyport High Newburyport | 3.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Rupert A Nock Middle Newburyport | 3.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Edward G. Molin Elementary School Newburyport | 3.5 mi | 7.9 |
| River Valley Charter School Newburyport | 3.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Salisbury Elementary Salisbury | 3.2 mi | 5.9 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION NEWBURYPORT Newburyport | 3.9 mi | 5.6 |
| NEWBURYPORT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Newburyport | 4.0 mi | — |
| Helen R Donaghue School Merrimac | 4.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Kensington Elementary School Kensington | 5.6 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01913 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,599
Median Home Value
$475,400
Median Rent
$1,573/mo
Population
17,277
College Educated
42.5%
Homeownership
68.3%
Avg Commute
30.6 min
Poverty Rate
7%
Median Age
44.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bourne Middle School Bourne, MA | 5.5 |
| Broad Meadows Middle Quincy, MA | 5.5 |
| Holyoke STEM Academy Holyoke, MA | 5.5 |
| Old Rochester Regional Jr High Mattapoisett, MA | 5.5 |
| South West Middle School Quincy, MA | 5.5 |
| Central Tree Middle Rutland, MA | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Amesbury Middle
What grades does Amesbury Middle serve?
Amesbury Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Amesbury Middle?
Amesbury Middle has an enrollment of approximately 416 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Amesbury Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Amesbury Middle is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Amesbury Middle rank in MA?
Amesbury Middle ranks #1,164 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Amesbury Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Amesbury Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Amesbury Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Amesbury Middle has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Amesbury Middle a charter school?
No, Amesbury Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Amesbury Middle a Title I school?
No, Amesbury Middle is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 416
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.1%
- Phone
- (978) 388-0515
Resources & Links
District
Amesbury- District Enrollment
- 1,817
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,059
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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