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#666 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 37% in state

Pentucket Regional Middle

Middle School · Pentucket

20 Main Street, West Newbury, MA 01985

Enrollment

331

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

6.9

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#666 of 1,793

In West Newbury

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#5 of 6

Pentucket

Academic growth

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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Pentucket Regional Middle

6.9/10

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

Pentucket Regional SR High

8.2/10

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8.2/10

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About Pentucket Regional Middle

Pentucket Regional Middle is a public middle school in West Newbury, MA, part of Pentucket. Pentucket Regional Middle serves approximately 331 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Pentucket Regional Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #666 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Pentucket Regional Middle show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.5 pts above MA schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.37 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics6.1Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.7% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+5.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.2 pts
Overall Proficiency46% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-9.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile44th
Resources & Environment5.2Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,716
Chronic Absenteeism20.2%

Pentucket Regional Middle — Students at Pentucket Regional Middle score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 47.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
41.7% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 53.8% (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
61%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
59%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
53%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
57%
ELA
90%
2013
Math
59%
ELA
89%
2014
Math
55%
ELA
88%
2015
Math
58%
ELA
81%
2016
Math
40%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
44.5%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
46%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
39%
ELA
38%
2021*
Math
39.3%
ELA
38%
2022
Math
55.3%
ELA
51.3%
2023
Math
46%
ELA
48%
2024
Math
44%
ELA
36%
2025
Math
45.7%
ELA
45.7%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How Pentucket Regional Middle Compares

See how Pentucket Regional Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
63th percentile in MA
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
5.2/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.2%

Location

20 Main Street, West Newbury, MA 01985

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pentucket Regional Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. John G Whittier (rated 5.0/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Haverhill), a more accessible option. Another option is Dr Paul Nettle (rated 4.6/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby Haverhill), a more accessible option. Additionally, Georgetown Middle School (rated 3.9/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Georgetown), a more accessible option. For more schools in West Newbury, see our West Newbury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Pentucket Regional Sr High West Newbury 0.0 mi 8.2
Whittier Regional Vocational Haverhill 1.9 mi 8.2
Elmer S Bagnall Groveland 2.8 mi 8.1
MERRIMAC HEIGHTS ACADEMY Merrimac 2.9 mi
Golden Hill Haverhill 2.3 mi 7.3
Helen R Donaghue School Merrimac 3.1 mi 7.9
Dr Paul Nettle Haverhill 2.4 mi 4.6
THE CHILDRENS CASTLE West Newbury 3.2 mi
Dr Frederick N Sweetsir Merrimac 4.0 mi 6.5
Dr John C Page School West Newbury 3.2 mi 9.0
Bradford Elementary Bradford 3.4 mi 4.0
Perley Elementary Georgetown 4.2 mi 3.2
Pentucket Lake Elementary Haverhill 3.2 mi 3.1
SACRED HEARTS SCHOOL Bradford 3.3 mi 4.2
John G Whittier Haverhill 3.4 mi 5.0
Georgetown High School Georgetown 4.3 mi 5.7
Georgetown Middle School Georgetown 4.3 mi 3.9
Greenleaf Academy Bradford 3.4 mi 4.1
Walnut Square Haverhill 3.6 mi 6.3
Gateway Academy Haverhill 3.7 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01985 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$189,048

Median Home Value

$765,800

Median Rent

$1,809/mo

Population

4,536

College Educated

66.6%

Homeownership

95.3%

Avg Commute

33.3 min

Poverty Rate

2.2%

Median Age

50.9

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Wareham Middle Wareham, MA 6.9
Dighton Middle School Dighton, MA 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pentucket Regional Middle

What grades does Pentucket Regional Middle serve?

Pentucket Regional Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Pentucket Regional Middle?

Pentucket Regional Middle has an enrollment of approximately 331 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pentucket Regional Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Pentucket Regional Middle is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Pentucket Regional Middle rank in MA?

Pentucket Regional Middle ranks #666 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Pentucket Regional Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Pentucket Regional Middle 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 Pentucket Regional Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Pentucket Regional Middle has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Pentucket Regional Middle a charter school?

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

Is Pentucket Regional Middle a Title I school?

No, Pentucket Regional Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
9 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
331
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.2%

District

Pentucket
District Enrollment
2,225
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,716
District Rank
#5 of 6

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