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#643 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 36% in state

Jabish Middle School

Middle School · Belchertown

62 North Washington Street, Belchertown, MA 01007

Enrollment

333

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

6.9

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#643 of 1,793

In Belchertown

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

Belchertown

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Jabish Middle School

6.9/10

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

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About Jabish Middle School

Jabish Middle School is a public middle school in Belchertown, MA, part of Belchertown. Jabish Middle School serves approximately 333 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Jabish Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #643 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Jabish Middle School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Jabish Middle School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change+0.07 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.2Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency53% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-4.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10.5 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-6.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,967
Chronic Absenteeism24%

Jabish Middle School — Students at Jabish Middle School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 40.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
41.7% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 48.8% (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
55%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
51%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
56%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
61%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
58%
ELA
81%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
42.5%
ELA
42.3%
2019
Math
38.3%
ELA
42.5%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
34%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
33.8%
2022
Math
35.8%
ELA
30.3%
2023
Math
36%
ELA
44%
2024
Math
36%
ELA
46%
2025
Math
35%
ELA
53%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How Jabish Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.9/10
64th percentile in MA
Academic
6.2/10
Average
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.0%

Location

62 North Washington Street, Belchertown, MA 01007

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Jabish Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Chestnut Hill Community School (rated 6.4/10, 0.7 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is Paul R Baird Middle (rated 5.9/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Ludlow), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Ware Middle School (rated 5.8/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Ware), a more accessible option. For more schools in Belchertown, see our Belchertown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Cold Spring Belchertown 0.5 mi 5.0
Belchertown High Belchertown 0.6 mi 6.2
Swift River Elementary Belchertown 0.6 mi 6.5
Chestnut Hill Community School Belchertown 0.7 mi 6.4
THE MACDUFFIE SCHOOL Granby 3.8 mi 8.1
East Meadow Granby 4.7 mi 4.6
Pathfinder Vocational Technical Palmer 6.1 mi 7.4
Granby Jr Sr High School Granby 4.8 mi 5.8
Old Mill Pond Palmer 6.4 mi 6.1
Palmer High Palmer 6.4 mi 6.5
Paul R Baird Middle Ludlow 7.3 mi 5.9
Ludlow Senior High Ludlow 7.4 mi 6.0
East Street Elementary School Ludlow 8.1 mi 7.4
Harris Brook Elementary School Ludlow 7.7 mi 6.8
Pelham Elementary Pelham 8.4 mi 5.5
ST JOHN THE BAPTIST SCHOOL Ludlow 8.4 mi 6.3
Ware Junior/Senior High School Ware 7.1 mi 4.4
Ware Middle School Ware 7.1 mi 5.8
Stanley M Koziol Elementary School Ware 7.1 mi 6.4
AMHERST MONTESSORI SCHOOL Amherst 7.8 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01007 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$99,056

Median Home Value

$350,400

Median Rent

$1,301/mo

Population

15,406

College Educated

45.9%

Homeownership

84.1%

Avg Commute

29.2 min

Poverty Rate

8.7%

Median Age

43.9

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School Rating
Annie Sullivan Middle School Franklin, MA 6.9
Grafton Middle Grafton, MA 6.9
Pentucket Regional Middle West Newbury, MA 6.9
Vassal Lane Upper School Cambridge, MA 6.9
Wareham Middle Wareham, MA 6.9
Dighton Middle School Dighton, MA 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Jabish Middle School

What grades does Jabish Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Jabish Middle School?

Jabish Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 333 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Jabish Middle School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Jabish Middle School rank in MA?

Jabish Middle School ranks #643 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Jabish Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Jabish Middle School 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 Jabish Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Jabish Middle School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Jabish Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Jabish Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Hampshire County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.0%

District

Belchertown
District Enrollment
2,081
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,967
District Rank
#1 of 5

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