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#306 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 17% in state

Duxbury Middle

Middle School · Duxbury

71 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA 02332

Enrollment

623

Student-Teacher

11.8:1

Score

8.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#306 of 1,793

In Duxbury

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

Duxbury

School environment

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Duxbury Middle

8.1/10

Middle School in Duxbury · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.1/10

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8.0/10

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About Duxbury Middle

Duxbury Middle is a public middle school in Duxbury, MA, part of Duxbury. Duxbury Middle serves approximately 623 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Duxbury Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #306 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Duxbury Middle show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.7 pts above MA schools
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.96 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.0Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency53% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67.8% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+10.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+24.9 pts
Overall Proficiency60% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+1.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile71th
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,775
Chronic Absenteeism6.4%

Duxbury Middle — Students at Duxbury Middle score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 59.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 71.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.5% (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
75%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
73%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
76%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
77%
ELA
93%
2014
Math
80%
ELA
94%
2015
Math
60%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
60%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
58%
ELA
70%
2018
Math
59.4%
ELA
70.8%
2019
Math
63.2%
ELA
73%
2020*
Math
56%
ELA
66%
2021*
Math
56.4%
ELA
66.2%
2022
Math
53.8%
ELA
61%
2023
Math
54.3%
ELA
70%
2024
Math
52.3%
ELA
66.8%
2025
Math
53%
ELA
67.8%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Duxbury Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
8.1/10
83th percentile in MA
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
6.4%

Location

71 Alden Street, Duxbury, MA 02332

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Duxbury Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Duxbury High (rated 9.1/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Rising Tide Charter Public School (rated 8.4/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Plymouth), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Nathaniel Morton Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Plymouth), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Duxbury, see our Duxbury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Duxbury High Duxbury 0.1 mi 9.1
Alden School Duxbury 0.2 mi 8.0
Gov Edward Winslow Marshfield 1.8 mi 5.7
Daniel Webster Marshfield 3.6 mi 4.3
BAY FARM MONTESSORI ACADEMY Duxbury 3.3 mi 6.0
Chandler Elementary Duxbury 3.0 mi 6.6
South River Marshfield 3.9 mi 7.1
ELEMENTS MONTESSORI Duxbury 3.2 mi
Hedge Plymouth 5.0 mi 5.9
Kingston Elementary Kingston 4.7 mi 3.9
Kingston Intermediate Kingston 4.8 mi 5.5
Cold Spring Plymouth 5.7 mi 7.0
Furnace Brook Middle Marshfield 5.2 mi 6.2
Marshfield High Marshfield 5.4 mi 6.9
Martinson Elementary Marshfield 5.5 mi 4.8
Rising Tide Charter Public School Plymouth 6.2 mi 8.4
Nathaniel Morton Elementary Plymouth 6.4 mi 8.3
Eames Way School Marshfield 6.5 mi 7.2
Map Academy Charter School Plymouth 6.9 mi 4.3
Plymouth North High Plymouth 7.1 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02332 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$171,471

Median Home Value

$826,300

Median Rent

$1,644/mo

Population

16,110

College Educated

73.5%

Homeownership

90%

Avg Commute

34.2 min

Poverty Rate

5.1%

Median Age

47.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Norwell Middle School Norwell, MA 8.1
Walter S Parker Middle Reading, MA 8.1
Winthrop Middle School Winthrop, MA 8.1
Wm H Galvin Middle Canton, MA 8.1
Arthur W Coolidge Middle Reading, MA 8.2
Blanchard Middle Westford, MA 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Duxbury Middle

What grades does Duxbury Middle serve?

Duxbury Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Duxbury Middle?

Duxbury Middle has an enrollment of approximately 623 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Duxbury Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Duxbury Middle is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Duxbury Middle rank in MA?

Duxbury Middle ranks #306 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Duxbury Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Duxbury Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Duxbury Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Duxbury Middle has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Duxbury Middle a charter school?

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

Is Duxbury Middle a Title I school?

No, Duxbury Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
623
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Plymouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
6.4%

District

Duxbury
District Enrollment
2,755
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,775
District Rank
#2 of 4

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