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East Middle School
Middle School · Brockton
464 Centre Street, Brockton, MA 02302
Enrollment
432
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
432
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#912 of 1,793
In Brockton
#6 of 24
public schools
In district
#6 of 23
Brockton
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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East Middle School
Middle School in Brockton · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About East Middle School
East Middle School is a public middle school in Brockton, MA, part of Brockton. East Middle School serves approximately 432 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. East Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #912 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for East Middle School show 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 5.9
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at East 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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East Middle School — Students at East Middle School score 19% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 96 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.4/10.
How East Middle School Compares
See how East Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
464 Centre Street, Brockton, MA 02302
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Ashfield Middle School (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Middle School (rated 6.5/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, South Middle School (rated 6.0/10, 2.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brockton, see our Brockton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BROCKTON AREA SDA ACADEMY Brockton | 0.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Downey Brockton | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| CARDINAL SPELLMAN HIGH SCHOOL Brockton | 0.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Plouffe Middle School Brockton | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Mary E. Baker School Brockton | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Ashfield Middle School Brockton | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Louis F Angelo Elementary Brockton | 1.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Gilmore Elementary School Brockton | 1.4 mi | 4.1 |
| PROMISE College and Career Academy Brockton | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Dr W Arnone Community School Brockton | 1.3 mi | 3.6 |
| Barrett Russell Early Childhood Center Brockton | 1.4 mi | 2.7 |
| Edgar B Davis Brockton | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| South Middle School Brockton | 2.0 mi | 6.0 |
| North Middle School Brockton | 1.9 mi | 6.5 |
| Brookfield Brockton | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| New Heights Charter School of Brockton Brockton | 2.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Oscar F Raymond Brockton | 2.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Manthala George Jr. School Brockton | 2.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Whitman Middle Whitman | 2.3 mi | 4.5 |
| West Middle School Brockton | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,560
Median Home Value
$395,000
Median Rent
$1,476/mo
Population
36,472
College Educated
20.6%
Homeownership
70.1%
Avg Commute
30.5 min
Poverty Rate
11.2%
Median Age
38.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Berkley Middle School Berkley, MA | 6.2 |
| Douglas Middle School Douglas, MA | 6.2 |
| John W. McDevitt Middle School Waltham, MA | 6.2 |
| Masconomet Regional Middle School Boxford, MA | 6.2 |
| Ohrenberger School West Roxbury, MA | 6.2 |
| Remington Middle Franklin, MA | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East Middle School
What grades does East Middle School serve?
East Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend East Middle School?
East Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 432 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at East Middle School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East Middle School rank in MA?
East Middle School ranks #912 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is East Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
East Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 East Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, East Middle School has 13% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 21% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is East Middle School a charter school?
No, East Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East Middle School a Title I school?
No, East 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
- 432
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Plymouth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.8%
- Phone
- (508) 580-7351
Resources & Links
District
Brockton- District Enrollment
- 14,954
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,618
- District Rank
- #6 of 23
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