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Frost Middle School

Middle School · Lawrence

33 Hamlet Street, Lawrence, MA 01843

Enrollment

493

Student-Teacher

14.1:1

Score

4.0

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,628 of 1,793

In Lawrence

#20 of 29

public schools

In district

#18 of 26

Lawrence

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Frost Middle School

4.0/10

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

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About Frost Middle School

Frost Middle School is a public middle school in Lawrence, MA, part of Lawrence. Frost Middle School serves approximately 493 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 14.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Frost Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,628 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Frost Middle School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.4Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.64 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.3Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25.4% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-19 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-13.9 pts
Overall Proficiency24% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+1.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile35th
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,208
Chronic Absenteeism22.1%

Frost Middle School — Students at Frost Middle School score 24% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 32.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 35.6% (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
43%
ELA
55%
2010
Math
51%
ELA
61%
2011
Math
48%
ELA
61%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
62%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
63%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
36%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
38%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
40.3%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
45.7%
2020*
Math
18%
ELA
26%
2021*
Math
17.5%
ELA
25.8%
2022
Math
24%
ELA
26%
2023
Math
17.6%
ELA
30%
2024
Math
18.2%
ELA
23%
2025
Math
22%
ELA
25.4%

* 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: 2.4/10.

How Frost Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.0/10
9th percentile in MA
Academic
5.3/10
Average
Growth
2.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.1%

Location

33 Hamlet Street, Lawrence, MA 01843

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Frost Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Spark Academy (rated 6.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BLESSED STEPHEN BELLESINI O.S.A. ACADEMY (rated 5.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Alexander B Bruce (rated 5.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lawrence, see our Lawrence schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Robert Frost Lawrence 0.0 mi 6.7
GLCAC CHILD CARE CENTER Lawrence 0.4 mi
Emily G Wetherbee Lawrence 0.7 mi 5.1
James F Hennessey Lawrence 0.9 mi 4.9
LAWRENCE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Lawrence 1.0 mi 4.8
Shawsheen School Andover 0.9 mi 6.5
Gerard A. Guilmette Lawrence 1.1 mi 3.2
Guilmette Middle School Lawrence 1.1 mi 5.2
High School Learning Center Lawrence 1.2 mi 4.7
West Elementary Andover 1.5 mi 7.3
Lawrence Family Public Academy Lawrence 1.3 mi 4.4
Alexander B Bruce Lawrence 1.4 mi 5.3
John Breen School Lawrence 1.3 mi 5.8
BLESSED STEPHEN BELLESINI O.S.A. ACADEMY Lawrence 1.6 mi 5.6
Lawrence High School Lawrence 1.2 mi 3.9
South Lawrence East Elementary School Lawrence 1.3 mi 6.0
Spark Academy Lawrence 1.3 mi 6.7
Lawrence Family Development Charter School Lawrence 1.6 mi 3.3
Oliver Elementary School Lawrence 1.8 mi 3.1
Francis M Leahy Lawrence 1.8 mi 3.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01843 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,163

Median Home Value

$393,700

Median Rent

$1,703/mo

Population

28,444

College Educated

20.5%

Homeownership

35.9%

Avg Commute

23.9 min

Poverty Rate

14%

Median Age

33.4

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School Rating
Cameron Middle School Framingham, MA 4.0
Oliver Middle School Lawrence, MA 4.0
Susan B. Anthony Middle School Revere, MA 4.0
Dudley Middle School Dudley, MA 4.1
Knox Trail Middle School Spencer, MA 4.1
Point Webster Middle Quincy, MA 4.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Frost Middle School

What grades does Frost Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Frost Middle School?

Frost Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 493 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Frost Middle School is 14.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Frost Middle School rank in MA?

Frost Middle School ranks #1,628 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Frost Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Frost Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Frost Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Frost Middle School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Frost Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Frost Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
45 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
493
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.1%

District

Lawrence
District Enrollment
13,008
Schools in District
26
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,208
District Rank
#18 of 26

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