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Atlantic Middle

Middle School · Quincy

86 Hollis Avenue, Quincy, MA 02171

Enrollment

560

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

5.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,040 of 1,793

In Quincy

#7 of 19

public schools

In district

#7 of 19

Quincy

Academic performance

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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Atlantic Middle

5.9/10

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

Francis W Parker

6.4/10

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7.1/10

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About Atlantic Middle

Atlantic Middle is a public middle school in Quincy, MA, part of Quincy. Atlantic Middle serves approximately 560 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Atlantic Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,040 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Atlantic Middle show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts above district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 5.6
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency56.8% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-0.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+13.9 pts
Overall Proficiency49% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+4.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile65th
Resources & Environment4.1Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,369
Chronic Absenteeism10.9%

Atlantic Middle — Students at Atlantic Middle score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 56.6% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
58%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
73%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
71%
2013
Math
63%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
76%
2015
Math
65%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
63%
ELA
59%
2017
Math
58%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
57.4%
ELA
62.8%
2019
Math
52.8%
ELA
59.6%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
48%
2021*
Math
41.8%
ELA
48%
2022
Math
43%
ELA
48.8%
2023
Math
43.5%
ELA
42.3%
2024
Math
46.5%
ELA
46.8%
2025
Math
42%
ELA
56.8%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How Atlantic Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
42th percentile in MA
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
4.1/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.9%

Location

86 Hollis Avenue, Quincy, MA 02171

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Atlantic Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Collicot (rated 8.8/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Milton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wollaston School (rated 8.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, North Quincy High (rated 7.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Quincy, see our Quincy schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Francis W Parker Quincy 0.2 mi 6.4
QUINCY CATHOLIC ACADEMY Quincy 0.2 mi 7.1
North Quincy High Quincy 0.2 mi 7.3
Montclair Quincy 0.6 mi 7.0
Wollaston School Quincy 1.0 mi 8.6
CAMPUS KINDER HAUS Quincy 1.3 mi
Central Middle Quincy 1.3 mi 6.8
Beechwood Knoll Elementary Quincy 1.1 mi 5.2
Charles A Bernazzani Elementary Quincy 1.5 mi 5.7
Squantum Quincy 1.5 mi 4.5
ADAMS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Quincy 1.8 mi 5.5
ST AGATHA SCHOOL Milton 1.6 mi 5.6
ST BRENDAN SCHOOL Dorchester 1.4 mi 3.9
THE WOODWARD SCHOOL Quincy 1.8 mi 6.8
Murphy K-8 School Dorchester 1.7 mi 6.9
Kenny Elementary School Dorchester 1.6 mi 5.3
Neighborhood House Charter School Dorchester 1.8 mi 5.3
Merrymount Quincy 1.8 mi 6.5
Quincy High Quincy 2.1 mi 5.5
Collicot Milton 2.2 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02171 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,992

Median Home Value

$630,200

Median Rent

$2,281/mo

Population

20,513

College Educated

51.7%

Homeownership

51.6%

Avg Commute

34.5 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Median Age

41.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Atlantic Middle

What grades does Atlantic Middle serve?

Atlantic Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Atlantic Middle?

Atlantic Middle has an enrollment of approximately 560 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Atlantic Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Atlantic Middle is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Atlantic Middle rank in MA?

Atlantic Middle ranks #1,040 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Atlantic Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Atlantic Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Atlantic Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Atlantic Middle has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Atlantic Middle a charter school?

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

Is Atlantic Middle a Title I school?

No, Atlantic Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
71 Very Walkable
Transit Score
60 Good Transit
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
560
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Norfolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.9%

District

Quincy
District Enrollment
9,695
Schools in District
19
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,369
District Rank
#7 of 19

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