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#831 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 46% in state
Daniel L Joyce Middle School
Middle School · Woburn
55 Locust Street, Woburn, MA 01801
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
460
Student-Teacher
8.7:1
Score
6.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#831 of 1,793
In Woburn
#2 of 10
public schools
In district
#2 of 10
Woburn
School environment
8.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Daniel L Joyce Middle School
Daniel L Joyce Middle School is a public middle school in Woburn, MA, part of Woburn. Daniel L Joyce Middle School serves approximately 460 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Daniel L Joyce Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #831 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Daniel L Joyce Middle School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 8.7:1 students to teachers, Daniel L Joyce Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Daniel L Joyce Middle School — Students at Daniel L Joyce Middle School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 88 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: 6.8/10.
How Daniel L Joyce Middle School Compares
See how Daniel L Joyce Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
55 Locust Street, Woburn, MA 01801
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Daniel L Joyce Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Marshall Simonds Middle (rated 8.7/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Burlington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John F Kennedy Middle School (rated 5.3/10, 1.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Woburn, see our Woburn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Clyde Reeves Woburn | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Hurld-Wyman Elementary School Woburn | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| ST CHARLES SCHOOL Woburn | 1.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Marshall Simonds Middle Burlington | 1.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Memorial Burlington | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Vinson-Owen Elementary Winchester | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Lynch Elementary Winchester | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Burlington High Burlington | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Woburn High Woburn | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Linscott-Rumford Woburn | 2.2 mi | 3.9 |
| John F Kennedy Middle School Woburn | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Shamrock Woburn | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| Malcolm White Woburn | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| MOUNT HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Burlington | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| BURLINGTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Burlington | 2.2 mi | — |
| Ambrose Elementary Winchester | 2.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Mary D Altavesta Woburn | 2.5 mi | 2.7 |
| Harrington Lexington | 2.6 mi | 8.8 |
| FUSION ACADEMY BURLINGTON Burlington | 2.1 mi | — |
| ACERA SCHOOL Winchester | 2.3 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,754
Median Home Value
$641,800
Median Rent
$2,190/mo
Population
41,205
College Educated
47.3%
Homeownership
57.6%
Avg Commute
25.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
39.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Madeleine Dugger Andrews Medford, MA | 6.5 |
| North Middle School Brockton, MA | 6.5 |
| Chestnut Hill Community School Belchertown, MA | 6.4 |
| Clinton Middle School Clinton, MA | 6.4 |
| Cyrus Peirce Nantucket, MA | 6.4 |
| Tantasqua Regional Jr High Fiskdale, MA | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Daniel L Joyce Middle School
What grades does Daniel L Joyce Middle School serve?
Daniel L Joyce Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Daniel L Joyce Middle School?
Daniel L Joyce Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 460 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Daniel L Joyce Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Daniel L Joyce Middle School is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Daniel L Joyce Middle School rank in MA?
Daniel L Joyce Middle School ranks #831 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Daniel L Joyce Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Daniel L Joyce Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Daniel L Joyce Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Daniel L Joyce Middle School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Daniel L Joyce Middle School a charter school?
No, Daniel L Joyce Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Daniel L Joyce Middle School a Title I school?
No, Daniel L Joyce 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
- 460
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.6%
- Phone
- (781) 937-8233
Resources & Links
District
Woburn- District Enrollment
- 4,424
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,015
- District Rank
- #2 of 10
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