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David J. Quinn Middle School

Middle School · Hudson

201 Manning Street, Hudson, MA 01749

Enrollment

573

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

5.0

Grades

5th – 7th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,339 of 1,793

In Hudson

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

Hudson

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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David J. Quinn Middle School

5.0/10

Middle School in Hudson · grades 5th – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About David J. Quinn Middle School

David J. Quinn Middle School is a public middle school in Hudson, MA, part of Hudson. David J.

Quinn Middle School serves approximately 573 students, and covers grades 5th-7th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. David J. Quinn Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,339 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for David J. Quinn Middle School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.4 pts below MA schools
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.9Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25.2% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.8% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-15.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.5 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-20.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,699
Chronic Absenteeism12.2%

David J. Quinn Middle School — Students at David J. Quinn Middle School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 36.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.2% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 45.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.3% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 96 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
57%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
54%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
51%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
51%
ELA
68%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
69%
2014
Math
53%
ELA
70%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
46.6%
ELA
50.6%
2019
Math
44.8%
ELA
49%
2020*
Math
23%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
22.4%
ELA
39.2%
2022
Math
27.2%
ELA
37.4%
2023
Math
31.3%
ELA
34.5%
2024
Math
26.8%
ELA
31.3%
2025
Math
25.3%
ELA
33.8%

* 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: 3.3/10.

How David J. Quinn Middle School Compares

See how David J. Quinn Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
25th percentile in MA
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
54 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.2%

Location

201 Manning Street, Hudson, MA 01749

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering David J. Quinn Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Hale (rated 8.0/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Stow), which scores notably higher. Additionally, 1 LT Charles W. Whitcomb School (rated 3.8/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Marlborough), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hudson, see our Hudson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
C A Farley Hudson 0.6 mi 5.1
DARNELL SCHOOL FOR EDUCATIONAL & BEHAVIORAL SERVIC Hudson 0.9 mi
Forest Avenue Elementary Hudson 1.3 mi 5.6
Mulready Elementary Hudson 1.2 mi 5.8
Hudson High Hudson 1.8 mi 5.7
Assabet Valley Vocational High School Marlborough 2.4 mi 6.6
Goodnow Brothers Elementary School Marlborough 2.9 mi 7.1
Marlborough High Marlborough 2.9 mi 6.0
Charles Jaworek School Marlborough 2.9 mi 3.8
1 LT Charles W. Whitcomb School Marlborough 3.2 mi 3.8
THE COTTAGE CHILDRENS CENTER Marlborough 3.3 mi
Florence Sawyer School Bolton 3.0 mi 6.0
Early Childhood Center Marlborough 3.8 mi 3.3
Center School Stow 3.7 mi 5.6
HILLSIDE SCHOOL Marlborough 4.1 mi 8.0
Richer Marlborough 4.5 mi 2.4
Hale Stow 3.9 mi 8.0
GLENHAVEN ACADEMY Marlborough 4.7 mi 7.0
Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Marlborough 4.8 mi 7.1
Francis J Kane Marlborough 4.7 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01749 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,202

Median Home Value

$480,300

Median Rent

$1,416/mo

Population

19,959

College Educated

47.3%

Homeownership

74.5%

Avg Commute

28.4 min

Poverty Rate

4.7%

Median Age

43.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about David J. Quinn Middle School

What grades does David J. Quinn Middle School serve?

David J. Quinn Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 7th.

How many students attend David J. Quinn Middle School?

David J. Quinn Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 573 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at David J. Quinn Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at David J. Quinn Middle School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does David J. Quinn Middle School rank in MA?

David J. Quinn Middle School ranks #1,339 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is David J. Quinn Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

David J. Quinn Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 David J. Quinn Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, David J. Quinn Middle School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is David J. Quinn Middle School a charter school?

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

Is David J. Quinn Middle School a Title I school?

No, David J. Quinn Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 7th
Enrollment
573
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
54
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.2%

District

Hudson
District Enrollment
2,340
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,699
District Rank
#5 of 5

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