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#939 of 1,793 schools in MA
John W. Mcdevitt Middle School
Middle School · Waltham
75 Church Street, Waltham, MA 02453
Enrollment
604
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
604
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
6.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#939 of 1,793
In Waltham
#5 of 10
public schools
In district
#5 of 10
Waltham
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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John W. Mcdevitt Middle School
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About John W. Mcdevitt Middle School
John W. Mcdevitt Middle School is a public middle school in Waltham, MA, part of Waltham. John W.
Mcdevitt Middle School serves approximately 604 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. John W. Mcdevitt Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #939 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for John W. Mcdevitt Middle School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 7.4
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, John W. Mcdevitt Middle School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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John W. Mcdevitt Middle School — Students at John W. Mcdevitt Middle School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 88 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 W. Mcdevitt Middle School Compares
See how John W. Mcdevitt Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
75 Church Street, Waltham, MA 02453
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John W. Mcdevitt Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. F A Day Middle (rated 8.9/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Newtonville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, John F Kennedy Middle (rated 8.7/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Waltham, see our Waltham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHAPEL HILL CHAUNCY HALL SCHOOL Waltham | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Thomas R Plympton Elementary School Waltham | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Waltham Public Schools Dual Language Program Waltham | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Henry Whittemore Elementary School Waltham | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Waltham Sr High Waltham | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| John F Kennedy Middle Waltham | 1.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Franklin West Newton | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| William F. Stanley Elementary School Waltham | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| GANN ACADEMY-THE NEW JEWISH HIGH SCHOOL Waltham | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| James Fitzgerald Elementary School Waltham | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| JEWISH COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL, INC DBA JCDS BOSTONS Watertown | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Northeast Elementary School Waltham | 1.8 mi | 6.0 |
| MILESTONES DAY SCHOOL Waltham | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| C C Burr Auburndale | 1.9 mi | 8.7 |
| F A Day Middle Newtonville | 1.7 mi | 8.9 |
| Horace Mann Newtonville | 1.7 mi | 7.2 |
| OUR LADYS ACADEMY Waltham | 2.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Newton Early Childhood Program Newton | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Douglas MacArthur Elementary School Waltham | 2.0 mi | 7.9 |
| LEARNING PREP SCHOOL West Newton | 2.2 mi | 7.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02453 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,029
Median Home Value
$666,300
Median Rent
$2,063/mo
Population
30,314
College Educated
58.5%
Homeownership
41.9%
Avg Commute
23.5 min
Poverty Rate
9%
Median Age
34.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Berkley Middle School Berkley, MA | 6.2 |
| East Middle School Brockton, MA | 6.2 |
| James Sullivan Middle School Lowell, MA | 6.2 |
| Joseph H Martin East Taunton, MA | 6.2 |
| Masconomet Regional Middle School Boxford, MA | 6.2 |
| Ohrenberger School West Roxbury, MA | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John W. Mcdevitt Middle School
What grades does John W. Mcdevitt Middle School serve?
John W. Mcdevitt Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend John W. Mcdevitt Middle School?
John W. Mcdevitt Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 604 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John W. Mcdevitt Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at John W. Mcdevitt Middle School 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 W. Mcdevitt Middle School rank in MA?
John W. Mcdevitt Middle School ranks #939 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is John W. Mcdevitt Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
John W. Mcdevitt Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 W. Mcdevitt Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John W. Mcdevitt Middle School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is John W. Mcdevitt Middle School a charter school?
No, John W. Mcdevitt Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John W. Mcdevitt Middle School a Title I school?
No, John W. Mcdevitt Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 604
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 69
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.4%
- Phone
- (781) 314-5595
Resources & Links
District
Waltham- District Enrollment
- 5,709
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,267
- District Rank
- #5 of 10
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