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Very Good

#386 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 22% in state

Marshall Middle School

Middle School · Billerica

15 Floyd Street, Billerica, MA 01821

Enrollment

599

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

7.8

Grades

5th – 7th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#386 of 1,793

In Billerica

#3 of 8

public schools

In district

#2 of 8

Billerica

Academic growth

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Marshall Middle School

7.8/10

Middle School in Billerica · grades 5th – 7th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Billerica Memorial High School

4.7/10

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About Marshall Middle School

Marshall Middle School is a public middle school in Billerica, MA, part of Billerica. Marshall Middle School serves approximately 599 students, and covers grades 5th-7th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Marshall Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #386 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Marshall Middle School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.8
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.34 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.6Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency46.2% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency49.2% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+5.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+10 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile51th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,121
Chronic Absenteeism13.5%

Marshall Middle School — Students at Marshall Middle School score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 44.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.4% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 53.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.3% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 96 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
61%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
53%
ELA
76%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
76%
2013
Math
51%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
53%
ELA
68%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
51%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
48.2%
ELA
52.2%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
49.2%
2020*
Math
28%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
28.2%
ELA
47.2%
2022
Math
41%
ELA
40%
2023
Math
46.5%
ELA
54%
2024
Math
42%
ELA
47.3%
2025
Math
46.3%
ELA
49.3%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How Marshall Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.8/10
79th percentile in MA
Academic
6.6/10
Average
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.5%

Location

15 Floyd Street, Billerica, MA 01821

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Marshall Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Locke Middle (rated 7.8/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is B.F. Butler Middle School (rated 6.8/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Lowell), with a comparable rating. Additionally, John F. Ryan (rated 4.8/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Tewksbury), a more accessible option. For more schools in Billerica, see our Billerica schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Billerica Memorial High School Billerica 0.7 mi 4.7
Parker Billerica 0.9 mi 7.6
Hajjar Elementary Billerica 1.1 mi 7.4
Frederick J Dutile North Billerica 1.3 mi 5.7
Locke Middle Billerica 1.9 mi 7.8
NE PEDIATRIC SCHOOL North Billerica 1.9 mi 5.3
John F Kennedy Billerica 2.0 mi 7.3
Tewksbury Memorial High Tewksbury 2.6 mi 8.7
Dr. Janice Adie Day School Chelmsford 3.1 mi 4.4
John F. Ryan Tewksbury 3.2 mi 4.8
Heath-Brook Tewksbury 2.8 mi 7.1
Lt Job Lane School Bedford 3.8 mi 8.0
Thomas Ditson Billerica 3.3 mi 5.7
Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School Billerica 3.2 mi 8.2
Pyne Arts Lowell 4.0 mi 5.8
NASHOBA LEARNING GROUP Bedford 4.0 mi 6.7
John J Shaughnessy Lowell 4.1 mi 3.6
B.F. Butler Middle School Lowell 4.1 mi 6.8
South Row Chelmsford 3.3 mi 7.5
Leblanc Therapeutic Day School Lowell 4.5 mi 6.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01821 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$142,564

Median Home Value

$581,300

Median Rent

$2,211/mo

Population

30,203

College Educated

41.7%

Homeownership

81.1%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

44.6

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Horace Mann Franklin, MA 7.8
Locke Middle Billerica, MA 7.8
Ashfield Middle School Brockton, MA 7.7
Groton Dunstable Regional Middle Groton, MA 7.7
Hanover Middle Hanover, MA 7.7
Robert H. Adams Middle School Holliston, MA 7.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Marshall Middle School

What grades does Marshall Middle School serve?

Marshall Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 7th.

How many students attend Marshall Middle School?

Marshall Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 599 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Marshall Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Marshall Middle School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Marshall Middle School rank in MA?

Marshall Middle School ranks #386 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Marshall Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Marshall Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Marshall Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Marshall Middle School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Marshall Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Marshall Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 7th
Enrollment
599
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.5%

District

Billerica
District Enrollment
4,901
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,121
District Rank
#2 of 8

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