Below Average
#1569 of 1,793 schools in MA
Garfield Middle School
Middle School · Revere
176 Garfield Avenue, Revere, MA 02151
Enrollment
566
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
566
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,569 of 1,793
In Revere
#4 of 11
public schools
In district
#4 of 11
Revere
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Garfield Middle School
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About Garfield Middle School
Garfield Middle School is a public middle school in Revere, MA, part of Revere. Garfield Middle School serves approximately 566 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Garfield Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,569 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Garfield Middle School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 4.1
- MA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Garfield Middle School — Students at Garfield Middle School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 96 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 3.5/10.
How Garfield Middle School Compares
See how Garfield Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
176 Garfield Avenue, Revere, MA 02151
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garfield Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Winthrop Middle School (rated 8.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Winthrop), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Rumney Marsh Academy (rated 4.1/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Revere, see our Revere schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Garfield Elementary School Revere | 0.0 mi | 6.7 |
| CityLab Innovation High School Revere | 0.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Beachmont Veterans Memorial School Revere | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Paul Revere Revere | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Rumney Marsh Academy Revere | 0.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Bradley Elementary School East Boston | 1.1 mi | 9.3 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION Revere | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Revere High Revere | 1.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Guild Elementary School East Boston | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Abraham Lincoln Revere | 1.3 mi | 3.7 |
| William P. Gorman/Fort Banks Elementary Winthrop | 1.4 mi | 9.0 |
| Staff Sargent James J. Hill Elementary School Revere | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Winthrop Middle School Winthrop | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Winthrop High School Winthrop | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| William A Berkowitz Elementary Chelsea | 1.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Edgar A Hooks Elementary Chelsea | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| George F. Kelly Elementary Chelsea | 1.4 mi | 3.1 |
| Frank M Sokolowski Elementary Chelsea | 1.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Arthur T. Cummings Elementary School Winthrop | 1.9 mi | 4.4 |
| Chelsea Virtual Learning Academy Chelsea | 1.6 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02151 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,948
Median Home Value
$566,200
Median Rent
$1,964/mo
Population
59,949
College Educated
24.7%
Homeownership
50.1%
Avg Commute
35.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.4%
Median Age
39.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clark Avenue School Chelsea, MA | 4.3 |
| Nissitissit Middle School Pepperell, MA | 4.3 |
| Oxford Middle Oxford, MA | 4.3 |
| Dr An Wang School Lowell, MA | 4.2 |
| Saugus Middle School Saugus, MA | 4.2 |
| Agawam Junior High Feeding Hills, MA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garfield Middle School
What grades does Garfield Middle School serve?
Garfield Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Garfield Middle School?
Garfield Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 566 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garfield Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Garfield Middle School 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 Garfield Middle School rank in MA?
Garfield Middle School ranks #1,569 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Garfield Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Garfield Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Garfield Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garfield Middle School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Garfield Middle School a charter school?
No, Garfield Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garfield Middle School a Title I school?
No, Garfield 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
- 566
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.0%
- Phone
- (781) 286-8298
Resources & Links
District
Revere- District Enrollment
- 7,344
- Schools in District
- 11
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,554
- District Rank
- #4 of 11
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