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Hastings Middle
Middle School · Fairhaven
30 School Street, Fairhaven, MA 02719
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
5.7
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,101 of 1,793
In Fairhaven
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Fairhaven
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Hastings Middle
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About Hastings Middle
Hastings Middle is a public middle school in Fairhaven, MA, part of Fairhaven. Hastings Middle serves approximately 428 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Hastings Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,101 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Hastings Middle show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- MA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Hastings Middle — Students at Hastings Middle score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
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: 6.6/10.
How Hastings Middle Compares
See how Hastings Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
30 School Street, Fairhaven, MA 02719
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hastings Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. NATIVITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL NEW BEDFORD (rated 7.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby New Bedford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Roosevelt Middle School (rated 6.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby New Bedford), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fairhaven, see our Fairhaven schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Fairhaven | 0.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Fairhaven High Fairhaven | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Leroy Wood Fairhaven | 1.2 mi | 7.6 |
| Alma del Mar Charter School New Bedford | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Alfred J Gomes New Bedford | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| NATIVITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL NEW BEDFORD New Bedford | 1.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Global Learning Charter Public School New Bedford | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| John Avery Parker New Bedford | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Hayden/McFadden New Bedford | 1.8 mi | 4.9 |
| HOLY FAMILY HOLY NAME SCHOOL New Bedford | 1.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Whaling City Junior/Senior High School New Bedford | 1.9 mi | 4.6 |
| East Fairhaven Fairhaven | 1.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Sgt Wm H Carney Academy New Bedford | 1.9 mi | 3.1 |
| ST JAMES - ST JOHN SCHOOL New Bedford | 2.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Roosevelt Middle School New Bedford | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| Trinity Day Academy New Bedford | 2.1 mi | 5.7 |
| Irwin M. Jacobs Elementary School New Bedford | 2.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Abraham Lincoln New Bedford | 2.4 mi | 4.2 |
| John B Devalles New Bedford | 2.5 mi | 3.7 |
| James B Congdon New Bedford | 2.5 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02719 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,500
Median Home Value
$407,300
Median Rent
$1,071/mo
Population
15,878
College Educated
30.5%
Homeownership
73.8%
Avg Commute
27.6 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
50
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Henry J Robinson Middle Lowell, MA | 5.7 |
| Samoset School Leominster, MA | 5.7 |
| Silver Lake Regional Middle School Kingston, MA | 5.7 |
| Dorothy L Beckwith Rehoboth, MA | 5.8 |
| Greenfield Middle Greenfield, MA | 5.8 |
| Kiley Academy Springfield, MA | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hastings Middle
What grades does Hastings Middle serve?
Hastings Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Hastings Middle?
Hastings Middle has an enrollment of approximately 428 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hastings Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Hastings Middle is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hastings Middle rank in MA?
Hastings Middle ranks #1,101 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Hastings Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Hastings Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 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 Hastings Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hastings Middle has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Hastings Middle a charter school?
No, Hastings Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hastings Middle a Title I school?
No, Hastings Middle is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 428
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Bristol County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.2%
- Phone
- (508) 979-4063
Resources & Links
District
Fairhaven- District Enrollment
- 1,759
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,929
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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