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#1603 of 1,793 schools in MA

Dudley Middle School

Middle School · Dudley-Charlton Reg

70 Dudley-Oxford Road, Dudley, MA 01571

Enrollment

552

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

4.1

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,603 of 1,793

In Dudley

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#6 of 7

Dudley-Charlton Reg

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Dudley Middle School

4.1/10

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

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4.8/10

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5.2/10

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About Dudley Middle School

Dudley Middle School is a public middle school in Dudley, MA, part of Dudley-Charlton Reg. Dudley Middle School serves approximately 552 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Dudley Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,603 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Dudley Middle School show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.3
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.2Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency28.8% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency36.6% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-11 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-5.9 pts
Overall Proficiency33% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-18.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile24th
Resources & Environment5.1Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,962
Chronic Absenteeism14.7%

Dudley Middle School — Students at Dudley Middle School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 38.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 48.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 116 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
54%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
58%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
60%
ELA
78%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
60%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
79%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
78%
2016
Math
52%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
49%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
50%
ELA
52.8%
2019
Math
46.8%
ELA
51.2%
2020*
Math
25%
ELA
44%
2021*
Math
25.2%
ELA
44%
2022
Math
31.5%
ELA
41.7%
2023
Math
34%
ELA
39%
2024
Math
25.8%
ELA
32.2%
2025
Math
28.8%
ELA
36.6%

* 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: 3.2/10.

How Dudley Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.1/10
11th percentile in MA
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.1/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.7%

Location

70 Dudley-Oxford Road, Dudley, MA 01571

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dudley Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Southbridge Middle School (rated 7.2/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Southbridge), which scores notably higher. Another option is Webster Middle School (rated 4.7/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Webster), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Charlton Middle School (rated 4.6/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Charlton), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Dudley, see our Dudley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Shepherd Hill Regional High Dudley 0.2 mi 4.8
Mason Road School Dudley 0.8 mi 5.2
Dudley Elementary Dudley 1.5 mi 5.4
ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Webster 1.9 mi 4.3
Webster Middle School Webster 2.4 mi 4.7
Bartlett High School Webster 2.4 mi 4.6
Park Avenue Elementary Webster 2.4 mi 6.5
Alfred M Chaffee Oxford 4.3 mi 5.2
Charlton Middle School Charlton 5.3 mi 4.6
Heritage School Charlton 5.4 mi 3.9
Tourtellotte Memorial High School North Grosvenordale 5.4 mi 4.7
Thompson Middle School North Grosvenordale 5.5 mi 4.1
Mary R. Fisher Elementary School North Grosvenordale 5.5 mi 6.9
Bay Path Regional Vocational Technical High School Charlton 5.9 mi 7.8
VIEWPOINT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Southbridge 5.0 mi 4.7
Oxford High Oxford 6.1 mi 5.9
Oxford Middle Oxford 6.2 mi 4.3
Southbridge Middle School Southbridge 5.1 mi 7.2
Southbridge High School Southbridge 5.1 mi 4.5
Charlton Elementary Charlton 6.1 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01571 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$85,179

Median Home Value

$372,400

Median Rent

$1,188/mo

Population

11,886

College Educated

24.9%

Homeownership

70.8%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

7.5%

Median Age

40.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dudley Middle School

What grades does Dudley Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Dudley Middle School?

Dudley Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 552 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Dudley Middle School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dudley Middle School rank in MA?

Dudley Middle School ranks #1,603 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Dudley Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Dudley Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Dudley Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dudley Middle School has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Dudley Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Dudley Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
552
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.7%

District

Dudley-Charlton Reg
District Enrollment
3,432
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,962
District Rank
#6 of 7

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