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Georgetown Middle School

Middle School · Georgetown

11 Winter Street, Georgetown, MA 01833

Enrollment

189

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

3.9

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,646 of 1,793

In Georgetown

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

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Georgetown Middle School

3.9/10

Middle School in Georgetown · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.7/10

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About Georgetown Middle School

Georgetown Middle School is a public middle school in Georgetown, MA, part of Georgetown. Georgetown Middle School serves approximately 189 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Georgetown Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,646 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Georgetown Middle School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025).

How it compares2.5 pts below MA schools
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 189 students, Georgetown Middle School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.2Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.14 pts/yr
Data Period2012–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.9Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency27.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-12.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.5 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-24.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,063
Chronic Absenteeism14.8%

Georgetown Middle School — Students at Georgetown Middle School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 41.0% (multi-year average, 2012-2025)
School
State
41.7% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 52.1% (multi-year average, 2012-2025)
School
State
45.3% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 76 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2012
Math
63%
ELA
81%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
69%
ELA
80%
2015
Math
63%
ELA
89%
2016
Math
58%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
56.3%
2019
Math
44.5%
ELA
65.5%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
30%
ELA
45.3%
2022
Math
31.8%
ELA
46.3%
2023
Math
36.7%
ELA
42.7%
2024
Math
39%
ELA
30%
2025
Math
27.3%
ELA
34%

* 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: 3.2/10.

How Georgetown Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.9/10
8th percentile in MA
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.2/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
14 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.8%

Location

11 Winter Street, Georgetown, MA 01833

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Georgetown Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Triton Regional Middle School (rated 7.6/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Byfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Proctor Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Topsfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pentucket Regional Middle (rated 6.9/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby West Newbury), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Georgetown, see our Georgetown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Georgetown High School Georgetown 0.0 mi 5.7
Perley Elementary Georgetown 0.2 mi 3.2
Penn Brook Georgetown 0.9 mi 4.1
Spofford Pond Boxford 2.4 mi 6.4
Elmer S Bagnall Groveland 2.3 mi 8.1
Harry Lee Cole Boxford 4.5 mi 7.4
Pentucket Regional Middle West Newbury 4.3 mi 6.9
Pentucket Regional Sr High West Newbury 4.3 mi 8.2
Triton Regional Middle School Byfield 3.7 mi 7.6
Triton Regional High School Byfield 3.7 mi 6.5
CLARK SCHOOL Rowley 4.1 mi 5.8
Dr John C Page School West Newbury 6.0 mi 9.0
Golden Hill Haverhill 5.1 mi 7.3
Dr Paul Nettle Haverhill 5.1 mi 4.6
THE CHILDRENS CASTLE West Newbury 6.1 mi
Bradford Elementary Bradford 4.8 mi 4.0
Proctor Elementary Topsfield 6.0 mi 7.4
Whittier Regional Vocational Haverhill 6.2 mi 8.2
BROOKS SCHOOL North Andover 5.0 mi 7.1
Masconomet Regional Middle School Boxford 6.7 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01833 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$153,565

Median Home Value

$614,700

Median Rent

$1,973/mo

Population

8,380

College Educated

53.6%

Homeownership

83.9%

Avg Commute

31.8 min

Poverty Rate

3.3%

Median Age

42.9

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Gateway Regional Middle School Huntington, MA 4.3
Quaboag Regional Middle Innovation School Warren, MA 3.5
UP Academy Charter School of Boston South Boston, MA 3.4
Joseph Metcalf School Holyoke, MA 2.9
Cape Cod Lighthouse Charter School East Harwich, MA 5.1
Springfield Realization Academy Springfield, MA 5.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Georgetown Middle School

What grades does Georgetown Middle School serve?

Georgetown Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Georgetown Middle School?

Georgetown Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 189 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Georgetown 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 Georgetown Middle School rank in MA?

Georgetown Middle School ranks #1,646 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Georgetown Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Georgetown Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Georgetown Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Georgetown Middle School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2025).

Is Georgetown Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Georgetown Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
189
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
14
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.8%

District

Georgetown
District Enrollment
1,262
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,063
District Rank
#3 of 4

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