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#653 of 1,793 schools in MA

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Grafton Middle

Middle School · Grafton

22 Providence Road, Grafton, MA 01519

Enrollment

459

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

6.9

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#653 of 1,793

In Grafton

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

Grafton

Equity

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Grafton Middle

6.9/10

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

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5.9/10

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6.3/10

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About Grafton Middle

Grafton Middle is a public middle school in Grafton, MA, part of Grafton. Grafton Middle serves approximately 459 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Grafton Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #653 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Grafton Middle show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above MA schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.4Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61.3% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+14.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+18.8 pts
Overall Proficiency58% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-0.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,452
Chronic Absenteeism14.6%

Grafton Middle — Students at Grafton Middle score 58% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 58.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
41.7% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 64.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.3% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 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
75%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
71%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
68%
ELA
89%
2014
Math
69%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
84%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
59%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
61%
ELA
65%
2019
Math
66.3%
ELA
68.3%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
55%
2021*
Math
51.8%
ELA
55.3%
2022
Math
47.5%
ELA
48.5%
2023
Math
51%
ELA
59.7%
2024
Math
56.7%
ELA
60.3%
2025
Math
54.3%
ELA
61.3%

* 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: 7.4/10.

How Grafton Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
6.9/10
64th percentile in MA
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
7.4/10
Very Good
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.6%

Location

22 Providence Road, Grafton, MA 01519

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Grafton Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Oak Middle School (rated 7.6/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Shrewsbury), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Mill Pond School (rated 7.3/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Westborough), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Sherwood Middle School (rated 6.0/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Shrewsbury), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Grafton, see our Grafton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Grafton High School Grafton 0.1 mi 5.9
North Street Elementary School Grafton 0.9 mi 6.3
Millbury Street Elementary School Grafton 1.3 mi 7.0
SILVER SPRUCE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Grafton 1.3 mi
North Grafton Elementary North Grafton 1.9 mi 5.0
South Grafton Elementary South Grafton 2.3 mi 5.3
TOUCHSTONE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Grafton 3.2 mi 6.2
AL-HAMRA ACADEMY Shrewsbury 4.1 mi 8.8
Mill Pond School Westborough 3.8 mi 7.3
Major Howard W. Beal School Shrewsbury 4.4 mi 8.0
Roosevelt Worcester 3.9 mi 4.9
Floral Street School Shrewsbury 5.0 mi 6.1
Millbury Junior/Senior High Millbury 3.9 mi 6.4
Calvin Coolidge School Shrewsbury 4.6 mi 7.6
Oak Middle School Shrewsbury 5.1 mi 7.6
SHREWSBURY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Shrewsbury 5.1 mi 7.7
Sherwood Middle School Shrewsbury 5.2 mi 6.0
COUNTRY MONTESSORI PRIVATE SCHOOL Sutton 4.8 mi
Annie E Fales Westborough 4.5 mi 8.2
Walter J. Paton School Shrewsbury 5.6 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01519 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$153,750

Median Home Value

$573,200

Median Rent

$2,266/mo

Population

7,738

College Educated

63.8%

Homeownership

79.9%

Avg Commute

32.6 min

Poverty Rate

4.9%

Median Age

39.9

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Memorial Middle School Fitchburg, MA 6.9
Morse Pond School Falmouth, MA 6.9
Pentucket Regional Middle West Newbury, MA 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Grafton Middle

What grades does Grafton Middle serve?

Grafton Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Grafton Middle?

Grafton Middle has an enrollment of approximately 459 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Grafton Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Grafton Middle is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Grafton Middle rank in MA?

Grafton Middle ranks #653 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Grafton Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Grafton Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Grafton Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Grafton Middle has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 65% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Grafton Middle a charter school?

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

Is Grafton Middle a Title I school?

No, Grafton Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
40 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
459
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.6%

District

Grafton
District Enrollment
3,050
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,452
District Rank
#2 of 6

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