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#414 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 23% in state

Ashfield Middle School

Middle School · Brockton

225 Coe Road, Brockton, MA 02302

Enrollment

517

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

7.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#414 of 1,793

In Brockton

#1 of 24

public schools

In district

#1 of 23

Brockton

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Ashfield Middle School

7.7/10

Middle School in Brockton · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Ashfield Middle School

Ashfield Middle School is a public middle school in Brockton, MA, part of Brockton. Ashfield Middle School serves approximately 517 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. Ashfield Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #414 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Ashfield Middle School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.8 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.9
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change+0.77 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.8Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.2% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-12.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.6 pts
Overall Proficiency32% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-0.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile41th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,618
Chronic Absenteeism13.3%

Ashfield Middle School — Students at Ashfield Middle School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 26.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 33.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 96 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2010
Math
33%
ELA
52%
2011
Math
36%
ELA
54%
2012
Math
38%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
31%
ELA
49%
2014
Math
31%
ELA
51%
2015
Math
37%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
28%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
28%
2018
Math
24.2%
ELA
29.4%
2019
Math
23.6%
ELA
32.8%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
24%
2021*
Math
16.4%
ELA
23.6%
2022
Math
21.2%
ELA
24.2%
2023
Math
26.3%
ELA
31.3%
2024
Math
32.8%
ELA
32%
2025
Math
30%
ELA
34.3%

* 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: 9.7/10.

How Ashfield Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.7/10
77th percentile in MA
Academic
5.8/10
Average
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.3%

Location

225 Coe Road, Brockton, MA 02302

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ashfield Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. North Middle School (rated 6.5/10, 1.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is East Middle School (rated 6.2/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Abington Middle School (rated 5.1/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Abington), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brockton, see our Brockton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
CARDINAL SPELLMAN HIGH SCHOOL Brockton 0.7 mi 5.2
Mary E. Baker School Brockton 0.7 mi 6.6
East Middle School Brockton 1.2 mi 6.2
Brookfield Brockton 1.3 mi 5.5
BROCKTON AREA SDA ACADEMY Brockton 1.4 mi 4.4
Louis F Angelo Elementary Brockton 1.4 mi 6.5
Downey Brockton 1.8 mi 5.9
Plouffe Middle School Brockton 1.8 mi 3.5
North Middle School Brockton 1.7 mi 6.5
Barrett Russell Early Childhood Center Brockton 1.9 mi 2.7
Woodsdale Elementary School Abington 2.2 mi 4.8
Oscar F Raymond Brockton 1.8 mi 4.3
Dr W Arnone Community School Brockton 2.2 mi 3.6
Gilmore Elementary School Brockton 2.7 mi 4.1
PROMISE College and Career Academy Brockton 2.8 mi 5.2
Abington High Abington 2.4 mi 5.1
Abington Middle School Abington 2.4 mi 5.1
Manthala George Jr. School Brockton 2.3 mi 6.7
Abington Early Education Program Abington 2.4 mi 3.3
Whitman Middle Whitman 2.6 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,560

Median Home Value

$395,000

Median Rent

$1,476/mo

Population

36,472

College Educated

20.6%

Homeownership

70.1%

Avg Commute

30.5 min

Poverty Rate

11.2%

Median Age

38.5

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Triton Regional Middle School Byfield, MA 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ashfield Middle School

What grades does Ashfield Middle School serve?

Ashfield Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Ashfield Middle School?

Ashfield Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 517 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Ashfield Middle School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ashfield Middle School rank in MA?

Ashfield Middle School ranks #414 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Ashfield Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ashfield Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Ashfield Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ashfield Middle School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Ashfield Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Ashfield Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
44 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
26 Some Transit
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
517
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Plymouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.3%

District

Brockton
District Enrollment
14,954
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,618
District Rank
#1 of 23

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