Average
#750 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 42% in state
Bird Middle
Middle School · Walpole
625 Washington Street, East Walpole, MA 02032
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
400
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
6.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#750 of 1,793
In East Walpole
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
Walpole
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Bird Middle
Middle School in East Walpole · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bird Middle
Bird Middle is a public middle school in East Walpole, MA, part of Walpole. Bird Middle serves approximately 400 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Bird Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #750 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Bird Middle show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- MA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Bird Middle — Students at Bird Middle score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2023-24)
Based on 78 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: 5.4/10.
How Bird Middle Compares
See how Bird Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
625 Washington Street, East Walpole, MA 02032
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bird Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Eleanor N Johnson Middle (rated 6.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Walpole), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School (rated 5.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Norwood), with a comparable rating. For more schools in East Walpole, see our East Walpole schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Old Post Road East Walpole | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL East Walpole | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Norfolk County Agricultural Walpole | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
| Fisher Walpole | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| TEC Connections Academy Commonwealth Virtual School East Walpole | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Walpole High Walpole | 1.2 mi | 8.4 |
| Eleanor N Johnson Middle Walpole | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School Norwood | 2.0 mi | 5.8 |
| NORWOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Norwood | 2.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Elm Street School Walpole | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Daniel Feeney Preschool Center Walpole | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| F A Cleveland Norwood | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Balch Norwood | 2.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Norwood High Norwood | 3.1 mi | 6.4 |
| George F. Willett Norwood | 3.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Boyden Walpole | 3.2 mi | 8.0 |
| Heights Elementary Sharon | 3.3 mi | 7.4 |
| Martha Jones Westwood | 3.6 mi | 8.6 |
| ST CATHERINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Norwood | 3.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Charles J Prescott Norwood | 3.2 mi | 3.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$180,100
Median Home Value
$673,400
Median Rent
$2,448/mo
Population
4,914
College Educated
63.6%
Homeownership
82.9%
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
35.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Eleanor N Johnson Middle Walpole, MA | 6.7 |
| John W. Wynn Middle Tewksbury, MA | 6.7 |
| Pembroke Community Middle School Pembroke, MA | 6.7 |
| Spark Academy Lawrence, MA | 6.7 |
| Springfield Legacy Academy Springfield, MA | 6.7 |
| Albert F Ford Middle School Acushnet, MA | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bird Middle
What grades does Bird Middle serve?
Bird Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Bird Middle?
Bird Middle has an enrollment of approximately 400 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bird Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Bird Middle is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bird Middle rank in MA?
Bird Middle ranks #750 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Bird Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Bird Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Bird Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bird Middle has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Bird Middle a charter school?
No, Bird Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bird Middle a Title I school?
No, Bird Middle is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 400
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Norfolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.0%
- Phone
- (508) 660-7226
Resources & Links
District
Walpole- District Enrollment
- 3,633
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,698
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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