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#742 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 41% in state

Pembroke Community Middle School

Middle School · Pembroke

559 School Street, Pembroke, MA 02359

Enrollment

360

Student-Teacher

12.9:1

Score

6.7

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#742 of 1,793

In Pembroke

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 5

Pembroke

Academic growth

8.4 / 10

Excellent

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Pembroke Community Middle School

6.7/10

Middle School in Pembroke · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.3/10

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6.7/10

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About Pembroke Community Middle School

Pembroke Community Middle School is a public middle school in Pembroke, MA, part of Pembroke. Pembroke Community Middle School serves approximately 360 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Pembroke Community Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #742 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Pembroke Community Middle School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts above MA schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.58 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.3Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency38% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+16.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-4.5 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-8.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment4.6Below Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,576
Chronic Absenteeism21.4%

Pembroke Community Middle School — Students at Pembroke Community Middle School score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 57.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
41.7% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 53.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.3% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 82 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
64%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
86%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
64%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
60%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
64%
ELA
78%
2016
Math
53%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
48%
2018
Math
55.3%
ELA
49%
2019
Math
57.5%
ELA
52.8%
2020*
Math
49%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
49%
ELA
45.3%
2022
Math
55.3%
ELA
45.3%
2023
Math
60%
ELA
47.3%
2024
Math
59.7%
ELA
41.3%
2025
Math
56%
ELA
38%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Pembroke Community Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
59th percentile in MA
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
4.6/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.4%

Location

559 School Street, Pembroke, MA 02359

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pembroke Community Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Hanson Middle School (rated 6.8/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Hanson), with a very similar rating. Another option is Furnace Brook Middle (rated 6.2/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Marshfield), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Silver Lake Regional Middle School (rated 5.7/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Kingston), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Pembroke, see our Pembroke schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Hobomock Elementary Pembroke 1.5 mi 4.3
Pembroke High School Pembroke 1.5 mi 6.7
Silver Lake Regional High Kingston 1.4 mi 6.2
Bryantville Elementary Pembroke 1.4 mi 5.2
Silver Lake Regional Middle School Kingston 1.6 mi 5.7
HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hanson 2.1 mi
Dennett Elementary Plympton 4.1 mi 5.9
ELEMENTS MONTESSORI Duxbury 3.2 mi
Indian Head Hanson 3.6 mi 7.5
Chandler Elementary Duxbury 3.4 mi 6.6
Halifax Elementary Halifax 4.0 mi 6.7
North Pembroke Elementary Pembroke 4.7 mi 6.6
Hanson Middle School Hanson 4.8 mi 6.8
BAY FARM MONTESSORI ACADEMY Duxbury 4.6 mi 6.0
CARDINAL CUSHING CENTERS Hanover 6.0 mi 6.9
Kingston Intermediate Kingston 5.3 mi 5.5
Kingston Elementary Kingston 5.3 mi 3.9
Center Elementary Hanover 6.4 mi 8.2
Marshfield High Marshfield 6.1 mi 6.9
Furnace Brook Middle Marshfield 6.2 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02359 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$141,332

Median Home Value

$550,300

Median Rent

$2,413/mo

Population

18,335

College Educated

45.7%

Homeownership

88.7%

Avg Commute

34.2 min

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Median Age

45.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pembroke Community Middle School

What grades does Pembroke Community Middle School serve?

Pembroke Community Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Pembroke Community Middle School?

Pembroke Community Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 360 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pembroke Community Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Pembroke Community Middle School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pembroke Community Middle School rank in MA?

Pembroke Community Middle School ranks #742 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Pembroke Community Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Pembroke Community Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Pembroke Community Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pembroke Community Middle School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Pembroke Community Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Pembroke Community Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
360
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Plymouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.4%

District

Pembroke
District Enrollment
2,417
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,576
District Rank
#1 of 5

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