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King Philip Middle School

Middle School · King Philip

18 King Street, Norfolk, MA 02056

Enrollment

707

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

6.6

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#778 of 1,793

In Norfolk

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

King Philip

Equity

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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King Philip Middle School

6.6/10

Middle School in Norfolk · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

H Olive Day

7.1/10

1.6 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

King Philip Regional High

6.9/10

1.8 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About King Philip Middle School

King Philip Middle School is a public middle school in Norfolk, MA, part of King Philip. King Philip Middle School serves approximately 707 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. King Philip Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #778 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for King Philip Middle School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with MA schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.64 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency50% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+10.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11.5 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-5.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment6.5Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,235
Chronic Absenteeism17%

King Philip Middle School — Students at King Philip Middle School score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 53.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
41.7% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 61.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.3% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 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
60%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
89%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
89%
2013
Math
63%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
68%
ELA
86%
2015
Math
71%
ELA
88%
2016
Math
63%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
59%
ELA
65%
2018
Math
59%
ELA
63%
2019
Math
56.3%
ELA
58.8%
2020*
Math
38%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
37.8%
ELA
56.5%
2022
Math
48.3%
ELA
49%
2023
Math
51.3%
ELA
48.7%
2024
Math
51%
ELA
45.7%
2025
Math
50%
ELA
54%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How King Philip Middle School Compares

See how King Philip Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.6/10
57th percentile in MA
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
6.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
54 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.0%

Location

18 King Street, Norfolk, MA 02056

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering King Philip Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Horace Mann (rated 7.8/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Franklin), which scores notably higher. Another option is Charles E Roderick (rated 7.4/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Wrentham), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Millis Middle (rated 7.3/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Millis), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Norfolk, see our Norfolk schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
H Olive Day Norfolk 1.6 mi 7.1
King Philip Regional High Wrentham 1.8 mi 6.9
Freeman-Kennedy School Norfolk 1.9 mi 6.9
Charles E Roderick Wrentham 2.5 mi 7.4
Delaney Wrentham 2.5 mi 8.5
TIES Millis 2.9 mi
CLIFFORD ACADEMY East Walpole 3.4 mi
WOODSIDE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Millis 3.8 mi 5.1
Boyden Walpole 3.6 mi 8.0
Helen Keller Elementary Franklin 3.7 mi 6.6
Annie Sullivan Middle School Franklin 3.7 mi 6.9
Millis Middle Millis 4.8 mi 7.3
Millis High School Millis 4.8 mi 8.9
Parmenter Franklin 3.9 mi 6.9
Clyde F Brown Millis 4.9 mi 4.1
Horace Mann Franklin 4.0 mi 7.8
Oak Street Elementary Franklin 4.0 mi 8.0
Franklin Early Childhood Development Center Franklin 4.0 mi 4.9
KING'S WOOD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Foxboro 4.3 mi
Franklin High Franklin 4.2 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02056 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$197,379

Median Home Value

$694,300

Median Rent

$1,791/mo

Population

11,556

College Educated

58.5%

Homeownership

95.1%

Avg Commute

38.8 min

Poverty Rate

2.1%

Median Age

41.1

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Whitin Intermediate Uxbridge, MA 6.6
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about King Philip Middle School

What grades does King Philip Middle School serve?

King Philip Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend King Philip Middle School?

King Philip Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 707 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at King Philip Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at King Philip Middle School 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 King Philip Middle School rank in MA?

King Philip Middle School ranks #778 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is King Philip Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

King Philip Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 King Philip Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, King Philip Middle School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is King Philip Middle School a charter school?

No, King Philip Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is King Philip Middle School a Title I school?

No, King Philip Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
707
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
54
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Norfolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.0%

District

King Philip
District Enrollment
1,849
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,235
District Rank
#2 of 2

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