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North Middle School

Middle School · Brockton

108 Oak Street, Brockton, MA 02301

Enrollment

406

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

6.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#809 of 1,793

In Brockton

#4 of 24

public schools

In district

#4 of 23

Brockton

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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North Middle School

6.5/10

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

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About North Middle School

North Middle School is a public middle school in Brockton, MA, part of Brockton. North Middle School serves approximately 406 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. North Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #809 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for North Middle School show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • District avg 5.9
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at North 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 Progress9.8Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change+1.71 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendImproving
Academics4.9Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency24% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency30.5% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-18.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.4 pts
Overall Proficiency27% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile30th
Resources & Environment3.4Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,618
Chronic Absenteeism33.3%

North Middle School — Students at North Middle School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 17.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 28.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 84 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
36%
ELA
63%
2010
Math
34%
ELA
56%
2011
Math
28%
ELA
45%
2012
Math
34%
ELA
46%
2013
Math
25%
ELA
45%
2014
Math
24%
ELA
51%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
14%
ELA
21%
2017
Math
9%
ELA
16%
2018
Math
10.2%
ELA
18.6%
2019
Math
12.3%
ELA
28%
2020*
Math
2.5%
ELA
22%
2021*
Math
4.2%
ELA
20.7%
2022
Math
6.3%
ELA
17.8%
2023
Math
18.8%
ELA
26.8%
2024
Math
24.8%
ELA
27%
2025
Math
24%
ELA
30.5%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How North Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.5/10
55th percentile in MA
Academic
4.9/10
Below Average
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
3.4/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.3%

Location

108 Oak Street, Brockton, MA 02301

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Ashfield Middle School (rated 7.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is East Middle School (rated 6.2/10, 1.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, West Middle School (rated 5.2/10, 1.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brockton, see our Brockton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Oscar F Raymond Brockton 0.2 mi 4.3
Manthala George Jr. School Brockton 0.7 mi 6.7
Louis F Angelo Elementary Brockton 0.7 mi 6.5
Barrett Russell Early Childhood Center Brockton 0.9 mi 2.7
Ralph D Butler Avon 1.2 mi 4.4
Dr W Arnone Community School Brockton 1.6 mi 3.6
Brookfield Brockton 1.4 mi 5.5
BROCKTON AREA SDA ACADEMY Brockton 1.5 mi 4.4
Huntington Therapeutic Day School Brockton 1.3 mi 4.1
West Middle School Brockton 1.8 mi 5.2
Plouffe Middle School Brockton 1.8 mi 3.5
Avon Middle High School Avon 2.0 mi 4.8
East Middle School Brockton 1.9 mi 6.2
Ashfield Middle School Brockton 1.7 mi 7.7
CARDINAL SPELLMAN HIGH SCHOOL Brockton 2.0 mi 5.2
Brockton High Brockton 2.6 mi 5.6
Edison Evening Academy Brockton 2.6 mi 5.1
Brockton Virtual Learning Academy Brockton 2.6 mi 4.2
Gilmore Elementary School Brockton 2.6 mi 4.1
Mary E. Baker School Brockton 2.1 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02301 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$72,727

Median Home Value

$414,200

Median Rent

$1,566/mo

Population

68,608

College Educated

21.7%

Homeownership

50%

Avg Commute

32.7 min

Poverty Rate

15.3%

Median Age

35.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Middle School

What grades does North Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend North Middle School?

North Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 406 students.

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

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

North Middle School ranks #809 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is North Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

North Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 North Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Middle School has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 29% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is North Middle School a charter school?

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

Is North Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
73 Very Walkable
Transit Score
45 Some Transit
Bike Score
47 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Plymouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.3%

District

Brockton
District Enrollment
14,954
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,618
District Rank
#4 of 23

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