Excellent
#275 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 15% in state
Gates Middle School
Middle School · Scituate
460 First Parish Rd, Scituate, MA 02066
Enrollment
614
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
8.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
614
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
8.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#275 of 1,793
In Scituate
#2 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
Scituate
Equity
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Gates Middle School
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About Gates Middle School
Gates Middle School is a public middle school in Scituate, MA, part of Scituate. Gates Middle School serves approximately 614 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Gates Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #275 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Gates Middle School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, Gates Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Gates Middle School — Students at Gates Middle School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).
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: 8.5/10.
How Gates Middle School Compares
See how Gates Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
460 First Parish Rd, Scituate, MA 02066
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gates Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Cohasset Middle School (rated 9.7/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Cohasset), which scores notably higher. Another option is Norwell Middle School (rated 8.1/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Norwell), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Furnace Brook Middle (rated 6.2/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Marshfield), a more accessible option. For more schools in Scituate, see our Scituate schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Scituate High School Scituate | 0.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Cushing Elementary Scituate | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Hatherly Elementary Scituate | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| INLY SCHOOL Scituate | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Wampatuck Elementary Scituate | 1.5 mi | 4.8 |
| William G Vinal Norwell | 2.2 mi | 8.7 |
| Jenkins Elementary School Scituate | 2.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Cohasset High School Cohasset | 3.1 mi | 9.5 |
| Cohasset Middle School Cohasset | 3.1 mi | 9.7 |
| Joseph Osgood Cohasset | 3.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Deer Hill Cohasset | 3.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Norwell Middle School Norwell | 4.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Eames Way School Marshfield | 5.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Norwell High Norwell | 4.7 mi | 8.8 |
| Martinson Elementary Marshfield | 6.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Marshfield High Marshfield | 6.4 mi | 6.9 |
| CARDINAL CUSHING CENTERS Hanover | 6.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Furnace Brook Middle Marshfield | 6.6 mi | 6.2 |
| North Pembroke Elementary Pembroke | 7.0 mi | 6.6 |
| East Elementary School Hingham | 5.7 mi | 8.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02066 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$131,889
Median Home Value
$789,500
Median Rent
$1,579/mo
Population
18,895
College Educated
67%
Homeownership
88.3%
Avg Commute
38.2 min
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Median Age
47.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arthur W Coolidge Middle Reading, MA | 8.2 |
| Blanchard Middle Westford, MA | 8.2 |
| Sharon Middle Sharon, MA | 8.2 |
| Duxbury Middle Duxbury, MA | 8.1 |
| Norwell Middle School Norwell, MA | 8.1 |
| Walter S Parker Middle Reading, MA | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gates Middle School
What grades does Gates Middle School serve?
Gates Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Gates Middle School?
Gates Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 614 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gates Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Gates Middle School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gates Middle School rank in MA?
Gates Middle School ranks #275 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Gates Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Gates Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Gates Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gates Middle School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Gates Middle School a charter school?
No, Gates Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gates Middle School a Title I school?
No, Gates 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
- 614
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 63
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Plymouth County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.5%
- Phone
- (781) 545-8760
Resources & Links
District
Scituate- District Enrollment
- 2,745
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,254
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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