Needs Improvement
#1719 of 1,793 schools in MA
John T Reid Middle
Middle School · Pittsfield
950 North Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
3.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
442
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
3.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,719 of 1,793
In Pittsfield
#12 of 13
public schools
In district
#12 of 13
Pittsfield
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About John T Reid Middle
John T Reid Middle is a public middle school in Pittsfield, MA, part of Pittsfield. John T Reid Middle serves approximately 442 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. John T Reid Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,719 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for John T Reid Middle show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 5.2
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, John T Reid Middle sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
57% of students at John T Reid Middle were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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John T Reid Middle — Students at John T Reid Middle score 12% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).
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: 4.5/10.
How John T Reid Middle Compares
See how John T Reid Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
950 North Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John T Reid Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Nessacus Regional Middle School (rated 7.5/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Dalton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Theodore Herberg Middle (rated 6.9/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Pittsfield, see our Pittsfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Morningside Community School Pittsfield | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Eagle Education Academy Pittsfield | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Pittsfield High Pittsfield | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Robert T. Capeless Elementary School Pittsfield | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Allendale Pittsfield | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Silvio O Conte Community Pittsfield | 1.5 mi | 3.4 |
| Taconic High Pittsfield | 1.6 mi | 5.8 |
| Egremont Pittsfield | 2.1 mi | 8.0 |
| Theodore Herberg Middle Pittsfield | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Crosby Pittsfield | 1.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Crosby Educational Academy Pittsfield | 1.9 mi | — |
| Williams Pittsfield | 2.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Lanesborough Elementary Lanesborough | 3.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Stearns Pittsfield | 3.5 mi | 7.8 |
| Craneville Dalton | 3.4 mi | 7.2 |
| ST AGNES ACADEMY Dalton | 3.8 mi | 5.9 |
| HILLCREST EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION Lenox | 5.4 mi | 6.5 |
| HIGH POINT SCHOOL Lenox | 5.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Wahconah Regional High Dalton | 5.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Nessacus Regional Middle School Dalton | 5.3 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,879
Median Home Value
$236,500
Median Rent
$1,098/mo
Population
45,072
College Educated
34.1%
Homeownership
62.3%
Avg Commute
18.3 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
43.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Narragansett Middle Baldwinville, MA | 3.5 |
| Leonard Middle School Lawrence, MA | 3.2 |
| Northbridge Middle Whitinsville, MA | 3.7 |
| Athol-Royalston Middle School Athol, MA | 3.8 |
| Cameron Middle School Framingham, MA | 4.0 |
| Frost Middle School Lawrence, MA | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John T Reid Middle
What grades does John T Reid Middle serve?
John T Reid Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend John T Reid Middle?
John T Reid Middle has an enrollment of approximately 442 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John T Reid Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at John T Reid Middle is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John T Reid Middle rank in MA?
John T Reid Middle ranks #1,719 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is John T Reid Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
John T Reid Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 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 Reid Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John T Reid Middle has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is John T Reid Middle a charter school?
No, John T Reid Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John T Reid Middle a Title I school?
No, John T Reid Middle is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 442
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Berkshire County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 56.6%
- Phone
- (413) 448-9620
Resources & Links
District
Pittsfield- District Enrollment
- 4,876
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,189
- District Rank
- #12 of 13
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