Below Average
#1507 of 1,793 schools in MA
Murdock Middle School
Middle School · Winchendon
3 Memorial Drive, Winchendon, MA 01475
Enrollment
290
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
290
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,507 of 1,793
In Winchendon
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
Winchendon
Academic growth
7.0 / 10
Very Good
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Murdock Middle School
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About Murdock Middle School
Murdock Middle School is a public middle school in Winchendon, MA, part of Winchendon. Murdock Middle School serves approximately 290 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Murdock Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,507 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Murdock Middle School show 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Murdock Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
35% of students at Murdock 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
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Murdock Middle School — Students at Murdock Middle School score 22% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 80 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.0/10.
How Murdock Middle School Compares
See how Murdock Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
3 Memorial Drive, Winchendon, MA 01475
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Murdock Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Gardner Middle School (rated 4.4/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Gardner), with a very similar rating. Another option is Narragansett Middle (rated 3.5/10, 7.8 miles away, in nearby Baldwinville), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Conant Middle High School (M) (rated 3.4/10, 7.9 miles away, in nearby Jaffrey), a more accessible option. For more schools in Winchendon, see our Winchendon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Murdock High School Winchendon | 0.0 mi | 3.6 |
| Memorial Winchendon | 0.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Winchendon PreSchool Program Winchendon | 0.1 mi | 3.3 |
| Toy Town Elementary Winchendon | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Murdock Academy for Success Winchendon | 1.0 mi | — |
| Rindge Memorial School Rindge | 4.0 mi | 6.4 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rindge | 4.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Royalston Community School Royalston | 5.3 mi | 3.5 |
| HAMPSHIRE COUNTRY SCHOOL Rindge | 6.0 mi | — |
| Conant Middle High School (M) Jaffrey | 7.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Narragansett Regional High Baldwinville | 7.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Narragansett Middle Baldwinville | 7.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Conant Middle High School (H) Jaffrey | 7.9 mi | 6.3 |
| Jaffrey Grade School Jaffrey | 8.0 mi | 6.4 |
| VICTORY HIGH SCHOOL Jaffrey | 8.0 mi | 2.7 |
| THE VILLAGE SCHOOL Royalston | 6.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Gardner Middle School Gardner | 8.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Dr. George S. Emerson Elementary School Fitzwilliam | 7.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Gardner High Gardner | 8.6 mi | 5.9 |
| HOLY FAMILY ACADEMY Gardner | 8.9 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01475 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,638
Median Home Value
$294,900
Median Rent
$1,245/mo
Population
10,194
College Educated
24.1%
Homeownership
78.2%
Avg Commute
33.4 min
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Median Age
40.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sutton Middle School Sutton, MA | 4.6 |
| Gateway Regional Middle School Huntington, MA | 4.3 |
| Oxford Middle Oxford, MA | 4.3 |
| Christa McAuliffe Charter School Framingham, MA | 4.8 |
| Knox Trail Middle School Spencer, MA | 4.1 |
| Oliver Middle School Lawrence, MA | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Murdock Middle School
What grades does Murdock Middle School serve?
Murdock Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Murdock Middle School?
Murdock Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 290 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Murdock Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Murdock Middle School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Murdock Middle School rank in MA?
Murdock Middle School ranks #1,507 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Murdock Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Murdock Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Murdock Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Murdock Middle School has 21% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025) and 31% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2025).
Is Murdock Middle School a charter school?
No, Murdock Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Murdock Middle School a Title I school?
No, Murdock Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 290
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Worcester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.8%
- Phone
- (978) 297-1256
Resources & Links
District
Winchendon- District Enrollment
- 1,219
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,423
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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