Below Average
#1629 of 1,793 schools in MA
Oliver Middle School
Middle School · Lawrence
233 Haverhill Street, Lawrence, MA 01840
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
346
Student-Teacher
10.8:1
Score
4.0
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,629 of 1,793
In Lawrence
#21 of 29
public schools
In district
#19 of 26
Lawrence
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About Oliver Middle School
Oliver Middle School is a public middle school in Lawrence, MA, part of Lawrence. Oliver Middle School serves approximately 346 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Oliver Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,629 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Oliver Middle School show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
- This school 4.0 · Below Average
- District avg 5.0
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at Oliver 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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Oliver Middle School — Students at Oliver Middle School score 18% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Test Scores MA EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 20 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: 2.8/10.
How Oliver Middle School Compares
See how Oliver Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
233 Haverhill Street, Lawrence, MA 01840
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oliver Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. ESPERANZA ACADEMY (rated 5.9/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BLESSED STEPHEN BELLESINI O.S.A. ACADEMY (rated 5.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Guilmette Middle School (rated 5.2/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lawrence, see our Lawrence schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Francis M Leahy Lawrence | 0.0 mi | 3.3 |
| School for Exceptional Studies Lawrence | 0.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Oliver Elementary School Lawrence | 0.2 mi | 3.1 |
| Lawlor Early Childhood Center Lawrence | 0.4 mi | 3.7 |
| BLESSED STEPHEN BELLESINI O.S.A. ACADEMY Lawrence | 0.3 mi | 5.6 |
| ESPERANZA ACADEMY Lawrence | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| John K Tarbox Lawrence | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Lawrence Family Development Charter School Lawrence | 0.5 mi | 3.3 |
| High School Learning Center Lawrence | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Phoenix Academy Public Charter High School Lawrence Lawrence | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Leonard Middle School Lawrence | 0.6 mi | 3.2 |
| Arlington Middle School Lawrence | 0.7 mi | 4.9 |
| Arlington Elementary Lawrence | 0.7 mi | 2.4 |
| LAWRENCE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Lawrence | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| RISE Academy Lawrence | 0.7 mi | 4.7 |
| Community Day Charter Public School Lawrence | 0.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Rollins Early Childhood Center Lawrence | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Emily G Wetherbee Lawrence | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Gerard A. Guilmette Lawrence | 1.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Guilmette Middle School Lawrence | 1.0 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01840 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$34,630
Median Rent
$1,174/mo
Population
7,092
College Educated
13.5%
Homeownership
2.3%
Avg Commute
18.2 min
Poverty Rate
27.9%
Median Age
36.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Knox Trail Middle School Spencer, MA | 4.1 |
| Point Webster Middle Quincy, MA | 4.1 |
| Athol-Royalston Middle School Athol, MA | 3.8 |
| Northbridge Middle Whitinsville, MA | 3.7 |
| Oxford Middle Oxford, MA | 4.3 |
| Gardner Middle School Gardner, MA | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oliver Middle School
What grades does Oliver Middle School serve?
Oliver Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Oliver Middle School?
Oliver Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 346 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oliver Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Oliver Middle School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oliver Middle School rank in MA?
Oliver Middle School ranks #1,629 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Oliver Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Oliver Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 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 Oliver Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Oliver Middle School has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2022).
Is Oliver Middle School a charter school?
No, Oliver Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oliver Middle School a Title I school?
No, Oliver 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
- 346
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.7%
- Phone
- (978) 722-8670
Resources & Links
District
Lawrence- District Enrollment
- 13,008
- Schools in District
- 26
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,208
- District Rank
- #19 of 26
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