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Guilmette Middle School

Middle School · Lawrence

80 Bodwell St, Lawrence, MA 01841

Enrollment

464

Student-Teacher

10.1:1

Score

5.2

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,266 of 1,793

In Lawrence

#11 of 29

public schools

In district

#9 of 26

Lawrence

School environment

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Guilmette Middle School

5.2/10

Middle School in Lawrence · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Gerard A. Guilmette

3.2/10

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4.9/10

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About Guilmette Middle School

Guilmette Middle School is a public middle school in Lawrence, MA, part of Lawrence. Guilmette Middle School serves approximately 464 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Guilmette Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,266 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Guilmette Middle School show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.3Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.6 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.3Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17.2% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency19.2% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-23.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-20.1 pts
Overall Proficiency18% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-4.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,208
Chronic Absenteeism19.4%

Guilmette Middle School — Students at Guilmette Middle School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 22.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 25.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 116 test records from MA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
19%
ELA
32%
2010
Math
21%
ELA
39%
2011
Math
18%
ELA
37%
2012
Math
28%
ELA
38%
2013
Math
35%
ELA
46%
2014
Math
38%
ELA
44%
2015
Math
48%
ELA
59%
2016
Math
30%
ELA
26%
2017
Math
31%
ELA
33%
2018
Math
32.5%
ELA
33%
2019
Math
35.5%
ELA
35.8%
2020*
Math
8%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
8.5%
ELA
15.2%
2022
Math
14.8%
ELA
19.3%
2023
Math
17.8%
ELA
20%
2024
Math
17%
ELA
17.2%
2025
Math
17.2%
ELA
19.2%

* 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: 4.3/10.

How Guilmette Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.2/10
29th percentile in MA
Academic
4.3/10
Below Average
Growth
4.3/10
Below Average
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
46 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.4%

Location

80 Bodwell St, Lawrence, MA 01841

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Guilmette Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BLESSED STEPHEN BELLESINI O.S.A. ACADEMY (rated 5.6/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Alexander B Bruce (rated 5.3/10, 0.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Arlington Middle School (rated 4.9/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lawrence, see our Lawrence schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Gerard A. Guilmette Lawrence 0.0 mi 3.2
James F Hennessey Lawrence 0.2 mi 4.9
Alexander B Bruce Lawrence 0.3 mi 5.3
Lawrence Family Public Academy Lawrence 0.3 mi 4.4
Lawrence Family Development Charter School Lawrence 0.6 mi 3.3
BLESSED STEPHEN BELLESINI O.S.A. ACADEMY Lawrence 0.7 mi 5.6
GLCAC CHILD CARE CENTER Lawrence 0.7 mi
Emily G Wetherbee Lawrence 0.6 mi 5.1
Oliver Elementary School Lawrence 0.9 mi 3.1
RISE Academy Lawrence 1.0 mi 4.7
High School Learning Center Lawrence 0.8 mi 4.7
Francis M Leahy Lawrence 1.0 mi 3.3
School for Exceptional Studies Lawrence 1.0 mi 4.2
Oliver Middle School Lawrence 1.0 mi 4.0
Robert Frost Lawrence 1.1 mi 6.7
Frost Middle School Lawrence 1.1 mi 4.0
Arlington Middle School Lawrence 1.2 mi 4.9
Arlington Elementary Lawrence 1.2 mi 2.4
LAWRENCE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Lawrence 0.9 mi 4.8
John K Tarbox Lawrence 1.2 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01841 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,525

Median Home Value

$393,800

Median Rent

$1,565/mo

Population

52,761

College Educated

14.6%

Homeownership

32.3%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

19.2%

Median Age

31.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Lawrence Falmouth, MA 5.2
Leicester Middle Leicester, MA 5.2
West Middle School Brockton, MA 5.2
Alexander B Bruce Lawrence, MA 5.3
Frederick Pilot Middle School Dorchester, MA 5.3
John F Kennedy Middle School Woburn, MA 5.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Guilmette Middle School

What grades does Guilmette Middle School serve?

Guilmette Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Guilmette Middle School?

Guilmette Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 464 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Guilmette Middle School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Guilmette Middle School rank in MA?

Guilmette Middle School ranks #1,266 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Guilmette Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Guilmette Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.2 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 Guilmette Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Guilmette Middle School has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Guilmette Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Guilmette Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
75 Very Walkable
Transit Score
43 Some Transit
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
464
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
46
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.4%

District

Lawrence
District Enrollment
13,008
Schools in District
26
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,208
District Rank
#9 of 26

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