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Joseph Case JR High

Middle School · Swansea

195 Main Street, Swansea, MA 02777

Enrollment

495

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

6.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#670 of 1,793

In Swansea

#1 of 6

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

Swansea

Academic growth

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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Joseph Case JR High

6.9/10

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

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About Joseph Case JR High

Joseph Case JR High is a public middle school in Swansea, MA, part of Swansea. Joseph Case JR High serves approximately 495 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Joseph Case JR High has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #670 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Joseph Case JR High show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above MA schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics5.7Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41.2% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.2% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.6 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-9.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile40th
Resources & Environment5.3Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,245
Chronic Absenteeism17%

Joseph Case JR High — Students at Joseph Case JR High score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
41.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 46.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.7% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 88 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
50%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
56%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
54%
ELA
71%
2014
Math
50%
ELA
73%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
76%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
44%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
38%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
42.4%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
34%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
41.2%
ELA
38%
2023
Math
48%
ELA
35.8%
2024
Math
47%
ELA
35%
2025
Math
41.3%
ELA
41.3%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How Joseph Case JR High Compares

See how Joseph Case JR High performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
63th percentile in MA
Academic
5.7/10
Average
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
5.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.0%

Location

195 Main Street, Swansea, MA 02777

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Joseph Case JR High may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Somerset Middle School (rated 5.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Somerset), a more accessible option. Another option is Morton Middle (rated 4.6/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Fall River), a more accessible option. Additionally, Matthew J Kuss Middle (rated 3.2/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Fall River), a more accessible option. For more schools in Swansea, see our Swansea schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Elizabeth S Brown Swansea 0.2 mi 4.8
STEVENS CHILDRENS HOME Swansea 0.3 mi
SWANSEA WOOD SCHOOL Swansea 0.4 mi 7.7
Joseph Case High Swansea 0.5 mi 6.6
THE MEADOWRIDGE ACADEMY Swansea 0.6 mi 6.5
Gardner Swansea 1.8 mi 4.4
Joseph G Luther Swansea 1.6 mi 4.4
South Somerset 1.7 mi 6.2
Somerset Middle School Somerset 1.7 mi 5.8
Somerset Berkley Regional High School Somerset 2.3 mi 6.4
Chace Street Somerset 2.5 mi 6.3
Mark G Hoyle Elementary Swansea 2.7 mi 5.0
ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Fall River 3.0 mi 6.5
North Elementary Somerset 3.1 mi 8.2
Morton Middle Fall River 3.3 mi 4.6
John J Doran Fall River 3.8 mi 5.4
Stone PK-12 School Fall River 3.5 mi 4.8
ANTIOCH SCHOOL Fall River 3.5 mi 5.1
Matthew J Kuss Middle Fall River 4.0 mi 3.2
FALL RIVER DEACONESS HOME SCHOOL Fall River 3.6 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02777 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$116,627

Median Home Value

$414,900

Median Rent

$1,332/mo

Population

17,231

College Educated

34.2%

Homeownership

86.6%

Avg Commute

26.8 min

Poverty Rate

2.8%

Median Age

44.4

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Morse Pond School Falmouth, MA 6.9
Pentucket Regional Middle West Newbury, MA 6.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Joseph Case JR High

What grades does Joseph Case JR High serve?

Joseph Case JR High serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Joseph Case JR High?

Joseph Case JR High has an enrollment of approximately 495 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Joseph Case JR High?

The student-teacher ratio at Joseph Case JR High is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Joseph Case JR High rank in MA?

Joseph Case JR High ranks #670 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Joseph Case JR High's MySchoolScout rating?

Joseph Case JR High 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 Joseph Case JR High?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Joseph Case JR High has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Joseph Case JR High a charter school?

No, Joseph Case JR High is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Joseph Case JR High a Title I school?

No, Joseph Case JR High is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
29 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
495
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bristol County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.0%

District

Swansea
District Enrollment
2,049
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,245
District Rank
#1 of 6

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