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#243 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 14% in state

Marblehead Veterans Middle School

Middle School · Marblehead

217 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA 01945

Enrollment

443

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

8.3

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#243 of 1,793

In Marblehead

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Marblehead

Equity

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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8.3/10

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About Marblehead Veterans Middle School

Marblehead Veterans Middle School is a public middle school in Marblehead, MA, part of Marblehead. Marblehead Veterans Middle School serves approximately 443 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Marblehead Veterans Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #243 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Marblehead Veterans Middle School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.8
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.1Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.73 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.6Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency61.7% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+21.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+23.2 pts
Overall Proficiency64% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+6.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment8.3Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,342
Chronic Absenteeism16.9%

Marblehead Veterans Middle School — Students at Marblehead Veterans Middle School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 65.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
41.7% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 72.3% (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
77%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
76%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
74%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
75%
ELA
93%
2016
Math
65%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
64%
ELA
74%
2018
Math
64.3%
ELA
72.8%
2019
Math
65.3%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
63%
ELA
69%
2021*
Math
62.3%
ELA
68.8%
2022
Math
61.3%
ELA
64.3%
2023
Math
65.7%
ELA
65%
2024
Math
64%
ELA
62%
2025
Math
61.7%
ELA
65.7%

* 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: 8.1/10.

How Marblehead Veterans Middle School Compares

See how Marblehead Veterans Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
87th percentile in MA
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
8.1/10
Excellent
Environment
8.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.9%

Location

217 Pleasant Street, Marblehead, MA 01945

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marblehead Veterans Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Village School (rated 7.3/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Marblehead Community Charter Public School (rated 7.2/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Swampscott Middle (rated 6.4/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Swampscott), a more accessible option. For more schools in Marblehead, see our Marblehead schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
DEVEREUX SCHOOL Marblehead 0.4 mi 4.9
Village School Marblehead 0.4 mi 7.3
Marblehead High Marblehead 0.6 mi 7.3
Lucretia and Joseph Brown School Marblehead 0.5 mi 9.2
TOWER SCHOOL Marblehead 0.6 mi 5.9
Marblehead Community Charter Public School Marblehead 0.8 mi 7.2
EPSTEIN HILLEL SCHOOL Marblehead 1.1 mi 6.9
Glover Marblehead 1.1 mi 9.3
CHILDREN'S WORKSHOP MONTESSORI Marblehead 1.1 mi
CHILDRENS WORKSHOP MONTESSORI Marblehead 1.1 mi
Salem Academy Charter School Salem 1.9 mi 6.4
Saltonstall School Salem 1.9 mi 4.6
Salem Early Childhood Salem 2.3 mi 5.5
Bentley Academy Innovation School Salem 2.3 mi 7.5
New Liberty Innovation School Salem 2.3 mi 6.1
Salem Prep High School Salem 2.3 mi
Carlton Salem 2.8 mi 6.2
Collins Middle Salem 2.5 mi 5.1
Swampscott Middle Swampscott 2.7 mi 6.4
Horace Mann Laboratory Salem 2.5 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01945 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$164,325

Median Home Value

$904,700

Median Rent

$1,769/mo

Population

20,390

College Educated

76.8%

Homeownership

82.9%

Avg Commute

32.4 min

Poverty Rate

3.7%

Median Age

49.2

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Amherst Regional Middle School Amherst, MA 8.3
Weston Middle Weston, MA 8.3
Dover-Sherborn Regional Middle School Dover, MA 8.4
Manchester Essex Regional Middle School Manchester, MA 8.4
Watertown Middle Watertown, MA 8.4
Arthur W Coolidge Middle Reading, MA 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marblehead Veterans Middle School

What grades does Marblehead Veterans Middle School serve?

Marblehead Veterans Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Marblehead Veterans Middle School?

Marblehead Veterans Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 443 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Marblehead Veterans Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Marblehead Veterans Middle School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Marblehead Veterans Middle School rank in MA?

Marblehead Veterans Middle School ranks #243 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Marblehead Veterans Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Marblehead Veterans Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Marblehead Veterans Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Marblehead Veterans Middle School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Marblehead Veterans Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Marblehead Veterans Middle School a Title I school?

No, Marblehead Veterans Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
89 Very Walkable
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
443
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.9%

District

Marblehead
District Enrollment
2,617
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,342
District Rank
#3 of 5

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