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John T. Nichols Middle

Middle School · Middleborough

112 Tiger Drive, Middleborough, MA 02346

Enrollment

709

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

4.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,493 of 1,793

In Middleborough

#4 of 4

public schools

In district

#5 of 5

Middleborough

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John T. Nichols Middle

4.5/10

Middle School in Middleborough · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.6/10

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7.2/10

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About John T. Nichols Middle

John T. Nichols Middle is a public middle school in Middleborough, MA, part of Middleborough. John T.

Nichols Middle serves approximately 709 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. John T. Nichols Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,493 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for John T. Nichols Middle show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.9 pts below MA schools
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

John T. Nichols Middle 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 Progress4.6Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.4 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.2Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency30% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-12.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.9 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)46% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-15.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile23th
Resources & Environment4.8Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,375
Chronic Absenteeism21.7%

John T. Nichols Middle — Students at John T. Nichols Middle score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 45.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 96 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
47%
ELA
69%
2010
Math
43%
ELA
71%
2011
Math
43%
ELA
71%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
39%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
45%
ELA
68%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
74%
2016
Math
38%
ELA
46%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
50%
2018
Math
45.8%
ELA
49.8%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
48.6%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
36.4%
ELA
38%
2022
Math
41.4%
ELA
36.2%
2023
Math
37.8%
ELA
36%
2024
Math
34.3%
ELA
34.5%
2025
Math
30%
ELA
31%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How John T. Nichols Middle Compares

See how John T. Nichols Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.5/10
17th percentile in MA
Academic
4.2/10
Below Average
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
4.8/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
54 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.7%

Location

112 Tiger Drive, Middleborough, MA 02346

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John T. Nichols Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. FL CHAMBERLAIN SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Middleboro), which scores notably higher. Another option is Assawompset Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Lakeville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WHITNEY ACADEMY (rated 7.4/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby East Freetown), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Middleborough, see our Middleborough schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Memorial Early Childhood Center Middleboro 0.7 mi 4.6
Middleborough High Middleborough 0.8 mi 7.2
Henry B. Burkland Elementary School Middleborough 0.8 mi 4.5
Mary K. Goode Elementary School Middleborough 0.9 mi 5.1
THE PEANUT GALLERY Middleboro 1.0 mi
SAMUEL FULLER SCHOOL Middleboro 1.5 mi 4.6
MULLEIN HILL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lakeville 2.8 mi 5.8
Assawompset Elementary School Lakeville 3.9 mi 7.4
ANCHOR ACADEMY Middleboro 5.2 mi 5.9
FL CHAMBERLAIN SCHOOL Middleboro 5.4 mi 7.9
Old Colony Regional Vocational Technical Rochester 7.2 mi 7.0
Halifax Elementary Halifax 7.3 mi 6.7
Carver Elementary School Carver 6.1 mi 6.2
Mitchell Elementary School Bridgewater 7.5 mi 2.6
WHITNEY ACADEMY East Freetown 8.3 mi 7.4
Williams Intermediate School Bridgewater 7.9 mi 3.0
Dennett Elementary Plympton 7.7 mi 5.9
Apponequet Regional High Lakeville 8.1 mi 6.7
George R Austin Intermediate School Lakeville 8.2 mi 4.8
Bridgewater Middle School Bridgewater 8.3 mi 5.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02346 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,914

Median Home Value

$426,800

Median Rent

$1,692/mo

Population

24,360

College Educated

30.3%

Homeownership

77%

Avg Commute

32.4 min

Poverty Rate

7.7%

Median Age

43

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John T. Nichols Middle

What grades does John T. Nichols Middle serve?

John T. Nichols Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend John T. Nichols Middle?

John T. Nichols Middle has an enrollment of approximately 709 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John T. Nichols Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at John T. Nichols Middle is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does John T. Nichols Middle rank in MA?

John T. Nichols Middle ranks #1,493 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is John T. Nichols Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

John T. Nichols Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 T. Nichols Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, John T. Nichols Middle has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is John T. Nichols Middle a charter school?

No, John T. Nichols Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is John T. Nichols Middle a Title I school?

No, John T. Nichols Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
18 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
14 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
709
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
54
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Plymouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.7%

District

Middleborough
District Enrollment
2,998
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,375
District Rank
#5 of 5

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