Below Average
#1411 of 1,793 schools in MA
John F. Ryan
Middle School · Tewksbury
135 Pleasant Street, Tewksbury, MA 01876
Enrollment
497
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
4.8
Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
497
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
4.8
Grades
5th – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,411 of 1,793
In Tewksbury
#5 of 5
public schools
In district
#5 of 5
Tewksbury
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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John F. Ryan
Middle School in Tewksbury · grades 5th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John F. Ryan
John F. Ryan is a public middle school in Tewksbury, MA, part of Tewksbury. John F.
Ryan serves approximately 497 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. John F. Ryan has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,411 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for John F. Ryan show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.8 · Below Average
- District avg 5.8
- MA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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John F. Ryan — Students at John F. Ryan score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 76 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: 2.7/10.
How John F. Ryan Compares
See how John F. Ryan performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
135 Pleasant Street, Tewksbury, MA 01876
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John F. Ryan may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Wood Hill Middle School (rated 9.2/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Andover), which scores notably higher. Another option is Marshall Middle School (rated 7.8/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Billerica), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Locke Middle (rated 7.8/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Billerica), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Tewksbury, see our Tewksbury schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Tewksbury Memorial High Tewksbury | 0.6 mi | 8.7 |
| John W. Wynn Middle Tewksbury | 1.3 mi | 6.7 |
| Heath-Brook Tewksbury | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| L F Dewing Tewksbury | 2.3 mi | 7.9 |
| John F Kennedy Billerica | 3.0 mi | 7.3 |
| MELMARK NEW ENGLAND Andover | 3.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Hajjar Elementary Billerica | 2.7 mi | 7.4 |
| Marshall Middle School Billerica | 3.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Peter W Reilly Lowell | 3.1 mi | 8.2 |
| James Sullivan Middle School Lowell | 3.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Leblanc Therapeutic Day School Lowell | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Pyne Arts Lowell | 2.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Shawsheen Elementary Wilmington | 3.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Locke Middle Billerica | 4.0 mi | 7.8 |
| NE PEDIATRIC SCHOOL North Billerica | 3.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Joseph A Campbell Elementary Dracut | 4.0 mi | 5.1 |
| High Plain Elementary Andover | 4.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Billerica Memorial High School Billerica | 3.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Wood Hill Middle School Andover | 4.1 mi | 9.2 |
| Parker Billerica | 4.0 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01876 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$126,795
Median Home Value
$546,600
Median Rent
$2,248/mo
Population
30,962
College Educated
40.5%
Homeownership
84.8%
Avg Commute
31.4 min
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Median Age
46.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bellingham Memorial School Bellingham, MA | 4.8 |
| Webster Middle School Webster, MA | 4.7 |
| Arlington Middle School Lawrence, MA | 4.9 |
| Benjamin Friedman Middle Taunton, MA | 4.9 |
| Fuller Middle Framingham, MA | 4.9 |
| John F Parker Middle Taunton, MA | 4.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John F. Ryan
What grades does John F. Ryan serve?
John F. Ryan serves students in grades 5th through 6th.
How many students attend John F. Ryan?
John F. Ryan has an enrollment of approximately 497 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John F. Ryan?
The student-teacher ratio at John F. Ryan is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John F. Ryan rank in MA?
John F. Ryan ranks #1,411 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is John F. Ryan's MySchoolScout rating?
John F. Ryan has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 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 John F. Ryan?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John F. Ryan has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is John F. Ryan a charter school?
No, John F. Ryan is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John F. Ryan a Title I school?
No, John F. Ryan is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 6th
- Enrollment
- 497
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.9%
- Phone
- (978) 640-7880
Resources & Links
District
Tewksbury- District Enrollment
- 3,205
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,013
- District Rank
- #5 of 5
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