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#650 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 36% in state

Memorial Middle School

Middle School · Fitchburg

615 Rollstone Street, Fitchburg, MA 01420

Enrollment

587

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

6.9

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#650 of 1,793

In Fitchburg

#2 of 10

public schools

In district

#1 of 8

Fitchburg

Academic growth

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Memorial Middle School

6.9/10

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

South Street Early Learning Center

3.6/10

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4.4/10

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About Memorial Middle School

Memorial Middle School is a public middle school in Fitchburg, MA, part of Fitchburg. Memorial Middle School serves approximately 587 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Memorial Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #650 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Memorial Middle School show 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

38% of students at Memorial 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change+0.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.4Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency23.5% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38.5% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-18.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.4 pts
Overall Proficiency31% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+6.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile48th
Resources & Environment3.4Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,238
Chronic Absenteeism38%

Memorial Middle School — Students at Memorial Middle School score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 27.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 39.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 107 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
42%
ELA
54%
2010
Math
36%
ELA
53%
2011
Math
36%
ELA
49%
2012
Math
38%
ELA
52%
2013
Math
34%
ELA
54%
2014
Math
46%
ELA
61%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
27%
ELA
33%
2017
Math
24%
ELA
31%
2018
Math
25.2%
ELA
32.2%
2019
Math
27.8%
ELA
36.5%
2020*
Math
19%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
19%
ELA
36.8%
2022
Math
25.3%
ELA
38.8%
2023
Math
27%
ELA
41.3%
2024
Math
30%
ELA
37.3%
2025
Math
23.5%
ELA
38.5%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Memorial Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.9/10
64th percentile in MA
Academic
6.4/10
Average
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
3.4/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
50 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
38.0%

Location

615 Rollstone Street, Fitchburg, MA 01420

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Memorial Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical (rated 8.6/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is APPLEWILD SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Johnny Appleseed (rated 6.9/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Leominster), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fitchburg, see our Fitchburg schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
South Street Early Learning Center Fitchburg 0.7 mi 3.6
Arthur M Longsjo Middle School Fitchburg 1.2 mi 4.4
Reingold Elementary Fitchburg 1.0 mi 6.6
APPLEWILD SCHOOL Fitchburg 1.5 mi 7.0
ST BERNARD'S HIGH SCHOOL INC Fitchburg 1.4 mi 5.3
Goodrich Academy Fitchburg 1.6 mi 3.6
ST BERNARD ELEMENTARY Fitchburg 1.6 mi 4.9
McKay Elementary School Fitchburg 2.0 mi 6.2
Sizer School: A North Central Charter Essential School Fitchburg 2.2 mi 6.0
Crocker Elementary Fitchburg 2.2 mi 4.8
Fitchburg High Fitchburg 3.5 mi 5.6
Montachusett Regional Vocational Technical Fitchburg 2.6 mi 8.6
Leominster High School Leominster 3.1 mi 4.9
Center For Technical Education Innovation Leominster 3.1 mi 5.5
Leominster Center for Excellence Leominster 3.1 mi 5.0
Northwest Leominster 3.3 mi 5.4
Priest Street Leominster 3.8 mi 4.3
ST LEO SCHOOL Leominster 3.9 mi 6.7
Bennett Leominster 4.2 mi 3.6
Johnny Appleseed Leominster 3.9 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01420 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,334

Median Home Value

$294,600

Median Rent

$1,131/mo

Population

41,677

College Educated

24.5%

Homeownership

56.5%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

15.6%

Median Age

37.5

Similar Schools

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

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Grafton Middle Grafton, MA 6.9
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Morse Pond School Falmouth, MA 6.9
Theodore Herberg Middle Pittsfield, MA 6.9
Wareham Middle Wareham, MA 6.9
Dighton Middle School Dighton, MA 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Memorial Middle School

What grades does Memorial Middle School serve?

Memorial Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Memorial Middle School?

Memorial Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 587 students.

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

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

Memorial Middle School ranks #650 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Memorial Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Memorial Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Memorial Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Memorial Middle School has 27% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Memorial Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Memorial Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
55 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
587
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
50
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
38.0%

District

Fitchburg
District Enrollment
5,124
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,238
District Rank
#1 of 8

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