Below Average
#1523 of 1,793 schools in MA
Arthur M Longsjo Middle School
Middle School · Fitchburg
98 Academy Street, Fitchburg, MA 01420
Enrollment
565
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
4.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
565
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
4.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,523 of 1,793
In Fitchburg
#8 of 10
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
Fitchburg
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Arthur M Longsjo Middle School
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About Arthur M Longsjo Middle School
Arthur M Longsjo Middle School is a public middle school in Fitchburg, MA, part of Fitchburg. Arthur M Longsjo Middle School serves approximately 565 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Arthur M Longsjo Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,523 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Arthur M Longsjo Middle School show 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.4 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Arthur M Longsjo Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
46% of students at Arthur M Longsjo Middle School 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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Arthur M Longsjo Middle School — Students at Arthur M Longsjo Middle School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 107 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: 5.9/10.
How Arthur M Longsjo Middle School Compares
See how Arthur M Longsjo Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
98 Academy Street, Fitchburg, MA 01420
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Arthur M Longsjo Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical (rated 8.6/10, 3.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is APPLEWILD SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Memorial Middle School (rated 6.9/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fitchburg, see our Fitchburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| APPLEWILD SCHOOL Fitchburg | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| McKay Elementary School Fitchburg | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| South Street Early Learning Center Fitchburg | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Sizer School: A North Central Charter Essential School Fitchburg | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Crocker Elementary Fitchburg | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| ST BERNARD'S HIGH SCHOOL INC Fitchburg | 1.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Memorial Middle School Fitchburg | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Goodrich Academy Fitchburg | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| ST BERNARD ELEMENTARY Fitchburg | 1.3 mi | 4.9 |
| Reingold Elementary Fitchburg | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Fitchburg High Fitchburg | 2.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Leominster High School Leominster | 3.9 mi | 4.9 |
| Center For Technical Education Innovation Leominster | 3.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Leominster Center for Excellence Leominster | 3.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Northwest Leominster | 3.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical Fitchburg | 3.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Priest Street Leominster | 4.1 mi | 4.3 |
| Johnny Appleseed Leominster | 3.9 mi | 6.9 |
| ST LEO SCHOOL Leominster | 4.5 mi | 6.7 |
| Bennett Leominster | 4.8 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01420 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,334
Median Home Value
$294,600
Median Rent
$1,131/mo
Population
41,677
College Educated
24.5%
Homeownership
56.5%
Avg Commute
27.1 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
37.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Agawam Junior High Feeding Hills, MA | 4.4 |
| Gardner Middle School Gardner, MA | 4.4 |
| Hawthorne Brook Townsend, MA | 4.4 |
| Pickering Middle Lynn, MA | 4.4 |
| Roberta G. Doering School Agawam, MA | 4.4 |
| John T. Nichols Middle Middleborough, MA | 4.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Arthur M Longsjo Middle School
What grades does Arthur M Longsjo Middle School serve?
Arthur M Longsjo Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Arthur M Longsjo Middle School?
Arthur M Longsjo Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 565 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Arthur M Longsjo Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Arthur M Longsjo Middle School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Arthur M Longsjo Middle School rank in MA?
Arthur M Longsjo Middle School ranks #1,523 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Arthur M Longsjo Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Arthur M Longsjo Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Arthur M Longsjo Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Arthur M Longsjo Middle School has 18% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 30% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Arthur M Longsjo Middle School a charter school?
No, Arthur M Longsjo Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Arthur M Longsjo Middle School a Title I school?
No, Arthur M Longsjo Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 565
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Worcester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.2%
- Phone
- (978) 343-2146
Resources & Links
District
Fitchburg- District Enrollment
- 5,124
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,238
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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