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#231 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 13% in state

Mccall Middle

Middle School · Winchester

458 Main Street, Winchester, MA 01890

Enrollment

1,039

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

8.4

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#231 of 1,793

In Winchester

#1 of 7

public schools

In district

#1 of 7

Winchester

Equity

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Mccall Middle

8.4/10

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

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8.2/10

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About Mccall Middle

Mccall Middle is a public middle school in Winchester, MA, part of Winchester. Mccall Middle serves approximately 1,039 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Mccall Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #231 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Mccall Middle show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.0 pts above MA schools
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.92 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.3Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency76% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency70.5% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+33.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+27.6 pts
Overall Proficiency73% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+14.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile90th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,895
Chronic Absenteeism9%

Mccall Middle — Students at Mccall Middle score 73% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 74.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
41.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 75.9% (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

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
84%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
81%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
79%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
81%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
81%
ELA
91%
2016
Math
80%
ELA
81%
2017
Math
80%
ELA
78%
2018
Math
81%
ELA
81%
2019
Math
81.2%
ELA
81.2%
2020*
Math
58%
ELA
70%
2021*
Math
58.2%
ELA
70%
2022
Math
67.8%
ELA
67.8%
2023
Math
74%
ELA
70.5%
2024
Math
77.5%
ELA
67%
2025
Math
76%
ELA
70.5%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How Mccall Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
8.4/10
87th percentile in MA
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
86 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.0%

Location

458 Main Street, Winchester, MA 01890

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Mccall Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. John A Bishop (rated 9.2/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Arlington), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Brooks School (rated 8.7/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Medford), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Lincoln Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Winchester, see our Winchester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Lincoln Elementary Winchester 0.1 mi 8.2
ST MARY'S SCHOOL Winchester 0.4 mi
THE WILDER SCHOOL Winchester 0.4 mi
Winchester High School Winchester 0.4 mi 8.0
CHILDRENS OWN SCHOOL Winchester 0.8 mi
Muraco Elementary Winchester 0.9 mi 7.0
ACERA SCHOOL Winchester 1.1 mi 7.4
Lynch Elementary Winchester 1.1 mi 8.1
Ambrose Elementary Winchester 1.1 mi 8.2
Medford High Medford 1.5 mi 5.4
Shamrock Woburn 1.9 mi 5.9
ST RAPHAEL SCHOOL Medford 2.0 mi 4.4
Brooks School Medford 2.0 mi 8.7
ST CHARLES SCHOOL Woburn 2.0 mi 5.0
Goodyear Elementary School Woburn 2.2 mi 3.2
John A Bishop Arlington 2.0 mi 9.2
Woburn High Woburn 2.3 mi 5.7
Malcolm White Woburn 2.4 mi 5.2
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Medford 2.3 mi 6.9
ST AGNES SCHOOL Arlington 2.5 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01890 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$218,176

Median Home Value

$1,181,700

Median Rent

$2,271/mo

Population

22,862

College Educated

78.4%

Homeownership

83.4%

Avg Commute

30.8 min

Poverty Rate

3.9%

Median Age

43

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Galvin Middle School Wakefield, MA 8.6
Hingham Middle School Hingham, MA 8.6
Oak Hill Middle Newton Centre, MA 8.6
Sharon Middle Sharon, MA 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Mccall Middle

What grades does Mccall Middle serve?

Mccall Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Mccall Middle?

Mccall Middle has an enrollment of approximately 1,039 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Mccall Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Mccall Middle is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Mccall Middle rank in MA?

Mccall Middle ranks #231 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Mccall Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Mccall Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Mccall Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Mccall Middle has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Mccall Middle a charter school?

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

Is Mccall Middle a Title I school?

No, Mccall Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
88 Very Walkable
Bike Score
61 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,039
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
86
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.0%

District

Winchester
District Enrollment
4,331
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,895
District Rank
#1 of 7

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