Very Good
#558 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 31% in state
Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School
Middle School · Ayer Shirley School District
1 Hospital Road, Shirley, MA 01464
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
7.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#558 of 1,793
In Shirley
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Ayer Shirley School District
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School
Middle School in Shirley · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School
Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School is a public middle school in Shirley, MA, part of Ayer Shirley School District. Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School serves approximately 379 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #558 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- MA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School — Students at Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School score 43% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 92 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.6/10.
How Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School Compares
See how Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1 Hospital Road, Shirley, MA 01464
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Groton Dunstable Regional Middle (rated 7.7/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Groton), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Luther Burbank Middle School (rated 5.8/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Lancaster), a more accessible option. Additionally, Sky View Middle School (rated 5.5/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Leominster), a more accessible option. For more schools in Shirley, see our Shirley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lura A. White Elementary School Shirley | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Francis W. Parker Charter Essential School Devens | 1.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Page Hilltop Elementary School Ayer | 3.4 mi | 5.9 |
| IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL Harvard | 4.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Ayer Shirley Regional High School Ayer | 3.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Bromfield Harvard | 4.3 mi | 8.3 |
| GROTON SCHOOL Groton | 4.3 mi | 9.2 |
| Hildreth Elementary School Harvard | 4.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Sky View Middle School Leominster | 4.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Lunenburg Primary School Lunenburg | 4.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Luther Burbank Middle School Lancaster | 5.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Mary Rowlandson Elementary Lancaster | 5.7 mi | 7.8 |
| SEVEN HILLS AT GROTON Groton | 5.5 mi | 5.2 |
| DOCTOR FRANKLIN PERKINS SCHOOL Lancaster | 6.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Florence Roche School Groton | 5.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Groton Dunstable Regional Middle Groton | 5.8 mi | 7.7 |
| GROTON COMMUNITY SCHOOL Groton | 5.3 mi | — |
| LAWRENCE ACADEMY Groton | 5.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Boutwell School Groton | 5.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Nashoba Regional Bolton | 6.6 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01464 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$121,875
Median Home Value
$412,700
Median Rent
$1,189/mo
Population
7,017
College Educated
35.6%
Homeownership
82.3%
Avg Commute
38 min
Poverty Rate
2.1%
Median Age
44.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chocksett Middle School Sterling, MA | 7.2 |
| Southbridge Middle School Southbridge, MA | 7.2 |
| Ipswich Middle School Ipswich, MA | 7.3 |
| Millis Middle Millis, MA | 7.3 |
| John J. McGlynn Middle School Medford, MA | 7.1 |
| Littleton Middle School Littleton, MA | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School
What grades does Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School serve?
Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School?
Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 379 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School rank in MA?
Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School ranks #558 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2025).
Is Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School a charter school?
No, Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ayer Shirley Regional Middle School a Title I school?
No, Ayer Shirley Regional 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
- 379
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 33
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.3%
- Phone
- (978) 772-8600
Resources & Links
District
Ayer Shirley School District- District Enrollment
- 1,687
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,840
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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