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#761 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 42% in state

Beverly Middle School

Middle School · Beverly

502 Cabot Street, Beverly, MA 01915

Enrollment

1,356

Student-Teacher

12:1

Score

6.6

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#761 of 1,793

In Beverly

#5 of 8

public schools

In district

#5 of 8

Beverly

Academic growth

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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6.6/10

Middle School in Beverly · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Beverly Middle School

Beverly Middle School is a public middle school in Beverly, MA, part of Beverly. Beverly Middle School serves approximately 1,356 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Beverly Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #761 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Beverly Middle School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with MA schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.5Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46.6% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.2% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+5.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+1.9 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-3.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile50th
Resources & Environment5.7Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,051
Chronic Absenteeism19.5%

Beverly Middle School — Students at Beverly Middle School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
41.9% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 51.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.3% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 114 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
52%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
54%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
59%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
64%
ELA
80%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
79%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
79%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
48%
ELA
50.4%
2019
Math
48.8%
ELA
56%
2020*
Math
31%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
30.8%
ELA
44.7%
2022
Math
37.8%
ELA
42.7%
2023
Math
42.2%
ELA
46%
2024
Math
43%
ELA
39.8%
2025
Math
46.6%
ELA
41.2%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Beverly Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.6/10
58th percentile in MA
Academic
6.5/10
Average
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
5.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
113 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.5%

Location

502 Cabot Street, Beverly, MA 01915

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Beverly Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Ayers/Ryal Side School (rated 8.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bates (rated 8.4/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Salem), which scores notably higher. Additionally, North Beverly Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Beverly, see our Beverly schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
McKeown School Beverly 0.2 mi 5.1
SHORE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Beverly 0.3 mi 7.6
Beverly High Beverly 0.3 mi 6.0
HOPEFUL JOURNEYS EDUCATIONAL CENTER Beverly 0.4 mi 8.2
THE SAINTS ACADEMY Beverly 0.4 mi 4.7
NORTH SHORE RECOVERY HIGH SCHOOL Beverly 0.5 mi 6.1
BEVERLY SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Beverly 0.6 mi 6.7
Ayers/Ryal Side School Beverly 0.9 mi 8.5
North Beverly Elementary Beverly 1.2 mi 8.3
Hannah Elementary Beverly 1.0 mi 7.2
WALDORF SCHOOL AT MORAINE FARM Beverly 1.3 mi 7.1
MRS ALEXANDER'S SCHOOL Beverly 1.5 mi
HARBORLIGHT MONTESSORI Beverly 1.2 mi 7.4
NEW ENGLAND ACADEMY Beverly 1.4 mi 5.7
Cove Elementary Beverly 1.6 mi 4.5
Carlton Salem 2.3 mi 6.2
Willis E Thorpe Danvers 1.7 mi 8.1
Bates Salem 2.3 mi 8.4
Riverside Danvers 1.9 mi 6.3
Salem Early Childhood Salem 2.5 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01915 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$102,347

Median Home Value

$619,600

Median Rent

$1,684/mo

Population

41,656

College Educated

51.4%

Homeownership

59.4%

Avg Commute

29.8 min

Poverty Rate

10.1%

Median Age

38.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Beverly Middle School

What grades does Beverly Middle School serve?

Beverly Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Beverly Middle School?

Beverly Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 1,356 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Beverly Middle School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Beverly Middle School rank in MA?

Beverly Middle School ranks #761 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Beverly Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Beverly Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Beverly Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Beverly Middle School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 51% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Beverly Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Beverly Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
66 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
1,356
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers (FTE)
113
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.5%

District

Beverly
District Enrollment
4,502
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,051
District Rank
#5 of 8

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