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#1210 of 1,793 schools in MA
Great Falls Middle
Middle School · Gill-Montague
224 Turnpike Rd, Montague, MA 01351
Enrollment
237
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
237
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
5.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,210 of 1,793
In Montague
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Gill-Montague
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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Great Falls Middle
Middle School in Montague · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Great Falls Middle
Great Falls Middle is a public middle school in Montague, MA, part of Gill-Montague. Great Falls Middle serves approximately 237 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Great Falls Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,210 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Great Falls Middle show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Great Falls Middle 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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Great Falls Middle — Students at Great Falls Middle score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
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: 5.2/10.
How Great Falls Middle Compares
See how Great Falls Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
224 Turnpike Rd, Montague, MA 01351
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Great Falls Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Gill Elementary (rated 9.4/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Gill), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE BEMENT SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Deerfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STONELEIGH-BURNHAM SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Greenfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Montague, see our Montague schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Turners Fall High Montague | 0.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Hillcrest Elementary School Turners Falls | 0.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Sheffield Elementary School Turners Falls | 1.1 mi | 6.3 |
| FOUR WINDS SCHOOL Gill | 1.6 mi | — |
| Franklin County Technical Turners Falls | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| GREENFIELD CENTER SCHOOL Greenfield | 2.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Discovery School at Four Corners Greenfield | 2.8 mi | 6.5 |
| STONELEIGH-BURNHAM SCHOOL Greenfield | 2.9 mi | 8.0 |
| Greenfield Middle Greenfield | 2.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Greenfield High Greenfield | 2.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Federal Street School Greenfield | 2.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Erving Elementary Erving | 2.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Greater Commonwealth Virtual School Greenfield | 3.0 mi | 4.4 |
| The Academy of Early Learning at North Parish Greenfield | 3.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Newton School Greenfield | 3.6 mi | 5.2 |
| THE BEMENT SCHOOL Deerfield | 4.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Gill Elementary Gill | 4.8 mi | 9.4 |
| Four Rivers Charter Public School Greenfield | 4.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Bernardston Elementary Bernardston | 5.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Pioneer Valley Regional Northfield | 7.3 mi | 5.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01351 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$99,375
Median Home Value
$308,400
Median Rent
$1,552/mo
Population
2,644
College Educated
47.1%
Homeownership
76%
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
40.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Howard School West Bridgewater, MA | 5.4 |
| Broad Meadows Middle Quincy, MA | 5.5 |
| Holyoke STEM Academy Holyoke, MA | 5.5 |
| Frederick Pilot Middle School Dorchester, MA | 5.3 |
| Impact Prep at Chestnut Springfield, MA | 5.6 |
| Higginson-Lewis K-8 School Roxbury, MA | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Great Falls Middle
What grades does Great Falls Middle serve?
Great Falls Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Great Falls Middle?
Great Falls Middle has an enrollment of approximately 237 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Great Falls Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Great Falls Middle is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Great Falls Middle rank in MA?
Great Falls Middle ranks #1,210 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Great Falls Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Great Falls Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Great Falls Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Great Falls Middle has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Great Falls Middle a charter school?
No, Great Falls Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Great Falls Middle a Title I school?
No, Great Falls Middle is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 237
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Franklin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.5%
- Phone
- (413) 863-7300
Resources & Links
District
Gill-Montague- District Enrollment
- 902
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,170
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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