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#692 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 39% in state
Keith Middle School
Middle School · New Bedford
225 Hathaway Blvd, New Bedford, MA 02740
Enrollment
872
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
872
Student-Teacher
10.4:1
Score
6.8
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#692 of 1,793
In New Bedford
#3 of 27
public schools
In district
#3 of 24
New Bedford
Academic growth
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Keith Middle School
Keith Middle School is a public middle school in New Bedford, MA, part of New Bedford. Keith Middle School serves approximately 872 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Keith Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #692 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Keith Middle School show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 6.5
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Keith Middle School 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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Keith Middle School — Students at Keith Middle School score 22% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 96 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.2/10.
How Keith Middle School Compares
See how Keith Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
225 Hathaway Blvd, New Bedford, MA 02740
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Keith Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Dartmouth Middle (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby North Dartmouth), which scores notably higher. Another option is OUR SISTERS' SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, NATIVITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL NEW BEDFORD (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in New Bedford, see our New Bedford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| New Bedford High New Bedford | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Elizabeth Carter Brooks New Bedford | 0.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Thomas R Rodman New Bedford | 0.7 mi | 3.2 |
| Carlos Pacheco New Bedford | 0.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Trinity Day Academy New Bedford | 0.8 mi | 5.7 |
| NAZARENE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New Bedford | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Ellen R Hathaway New Bedford | 1.0 mi | 4.8 |
| John Avery Parker New Bedford | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| OUR SISTERS' SCHOOL New Bedford | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| HOLY FAMILY HOLY NAME SCHOOL New Bedford | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Sgt Wm H Carney Academy New Bedford | 1.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Hayden/McFadden New Bedford | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| BISHOP STANG HIGH SCHOOL North Dartmouth | 1.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Whaling City Junior/Senior High School New Bedford | 1.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Betsey B Winslow New Bedford | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| James M. Quinn School Dartmouth | 1.4 mi | 7.4 |
| Dartmouth Middle North Dartmouth | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Global Learning Charter Public School New Bedford | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| NATIVITY PREPARATORY SCHOOL NEW BEDFORD New Bedford | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| ST JAMES - ST JOHN SCHOOL New Bedford | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02740 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,563
Median Home Value
$303,400
Median Rent
$1,052/mo
Population
46,336
College Educated
18.1%
Homeownership
37.9%
Avg Commute
24.1 min
Poverty Rate
19.6%
Median Age
37
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Birchland Park East Longmeadow, MA | 6.8 |
| Central Middle Quincy, MA | 6.8 |
| Normandin Middle School New Bedford, MA | 6.8 |
| Parthum Middle School Lawrence, MA | 6.8 |
| Talbot Innovation School Fall River, MA | 6.8 |
| Ashland Middle Ashland, MA | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Keith Middle School
What grades does Keith Middle School serve?
Keith Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Keith Middle School?
Keith Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 872 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Keith Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Keith Middle School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Keith Middle School rank in MA?
Keith Middle School ranks #692 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Keith Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Keith Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Keith Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Keith Middle School has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Keith Middle School a charter school?
No, Keith Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Keith Middle School a Title I school?
No, Keith Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 872
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 84
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Bristol County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.9%
- Phone
- (508) 997-4511
Resources & Links
District
New Bedford- District Enrollment
- 12,488
- Schools in District
- 24
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,022
- District Rank
- #3 of 24
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