Average
#849 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 47% in state
Clinton Middle School
Middle School · Clinton
100 West Boylston Street, Clinton, MA 01510
Enrollment
571
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
6.4
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
571
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
6.4
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#849 of 1,793
In Clinton
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Clinton
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Clinton Middle School
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About Clinton Middle School
Clinton Middle School is a public middle school in Clinton, MA, part of Clinton. Clinton Middle School serves approximately 571 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Clinton Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #849 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Clinton Middle School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Clinton Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Clinton Middle School — Students at Clinton Middle School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 118 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: 7.8/10.
How Clinton Middle School Compares
See how Clinton Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
100 West Boylston Street, Clinton, MA 01510
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Clinton Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Chocksett Middle School (rated 7.2/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Sterling), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Robert E. Melican Middle School (rated 7.1/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Northborough), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Luther Burbank Middle School (rated 5.8/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Lancaster), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Clinton, see our Clinton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Clinton Senior High Clinton | 0.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Clinton Elementary Clinton | 1.0 mi | 8.2 |
| Tahanto Regional High Boylston | 2.6 mi | 8.2 |
| SOUTH LANCASTER ACADEMY South Lancaster | 2.7 mi | 6.8 |
| RFK DON WATSON ACADEMY Lancaster | 3.1 mi | — |
| TRIVIUM SCHOOL Lancaster | 3.7 mi | 4.1 |
| NASHOBA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Lancaster | 3.6 mi | — |
| DOCTOR FRANKLIN PERKINS SCHOOL Lancaster | 4.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Mary Rowlandson Elementary Lancaster | 4.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Luther Burbank Middle School Lancaster | 4.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Berlin Memorial School Berlin | 4.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Houghton Elementary Sterling | 3.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Chocksett Middle School Sterling | 3.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Nashoba Regional Bolton | 4.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Boylston Elementary School Boylston | 5.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Major Edwards Elementary West Boylston | 5.0 mi | 5.8 |
| West Boylston Junior/Senior High West Boylston | 5.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Florence Sawyer School Bolton | 5.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Robert E. Melican Middle School Northborough | 6.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Marion E Zeh Northborough | 6.5 mi | 7.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01510 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,849
Median Home Value
$348,000
Median Rent
$1,353/mo
Population
15,430
College Educated
35.1%
Homeownership
52.9%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
37
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chestnut Hill Community School Belchertown, MA | 6.4 |
| Col Moses Parker School Chelmsford, MA | 6.4 |
| Cyrus Peirce Nantucket, MA | 6.4 |
| Freetown-Lakeville Middle School Lakeville, MA | 6.4 |
| McCarthy Middle School Chelmsford, MA | 6.4 |
| Swampscott Middle Swampscott, MA | 6.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Clinton Middle School
What grades does Clinton Middle School serve?
Clinton Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Clinton Middle School?
Clinton Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 571 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Clinton Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Clinton Middle School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Clinton Middle School rank in MA?
Clinton Middle School ranks #849 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Clinton Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Clinton Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Clinton Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Clinton Middle School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Clinton Middle School a charter school?
No, Clinton Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Clinton Middle School a Title I school?
No, Clinton Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 571
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Worcester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.2%
- Phone
- (978) 365-4220
Resources & Links
District
Clinton- District Enrollment
- 1,989
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,042
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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