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Plouffe Middle School

Middle School · Brockton

250 Crescent Street, Brockton, MA 02302

Enrollment

629

Student-Teacher

13.1:1

Score

3.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,694 of 1,793

In Brockton

#22 of 24

public schools

In district

#21 of 23

Brockton

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Plouffe Middle School

3.5/10

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

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About Plouffe Middle School

Plouffe Middle School is a public middle school in Brockton, MA, part of Brockton. Plouffe Middle School serves approximately 629 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Plouffe Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,694 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Plouffe Middle School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.4 pts below district
  • This school 3.5 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 5.9
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.1Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics2.7Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency15.8% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency16% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-26.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-26.9 pts
Overall Proficiency16% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)33% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-17.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile9th
Resources & Environment5.3Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,618
Chronic Absenteeism29.4%

Plouffe Middle School — Students at Plouffe Middle School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 33%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 31.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 36.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 96 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
46%
ELA
62%
2010
Math
46%
ELA
66%
2011
Math
46%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
63%
2013
Math
48%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
65%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
69%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
39%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
37.6%
ELA
37.8%
2019
Math
37.2%
ELA
39.4%
2020*
Math
23%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
23.4%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
30%
ELA
38.8%
2023
Math
25.5%
ELA
26.5%
2024
Math
19.5%
ELA
19.3%
2025
Math
15.8%
ELA
16%

* 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: 3.1/10.

How Plouffe Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
3.5/10
6th percentile in MA
Academic
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.3/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.4%

Location

250 Crescent Street, Brockton, MA 02302

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Plouffe Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Ashfield Middle School (rated 7.7/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is North Middle School (rated 6.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, East Middle School (rated 6.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brockton, see our Brockton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.9 mi
School Distance Rating
BROCKTON AREA SDA ACADEMY Brockton 0.4 mi 4.4
East Middle School Brockton 0.7 mi 6.2
Dr W Arnone Community School Brockton 0.7 mi 3.6
Gilmore Elementary School Brockton 1.0 mi 4.1
Louis F Angelo Elementary Brockton 1.1 mi 6.5
Barrett Russell Early Childhood Center Brockton 1.0 mi 2.7
Downey Brockton 0.9 mi 5.9
PROMISE College and Career Academy Brockton 1.3 mi 5.2
South Middle School Brockton 1.5 mi 6.0
CARDINAL SPELLMAN HIGH SCHOOL Brockton 1.3 mi 5.2
Mary E. Baker School Brockton 1.4 mi 6.6
Ashfield Middle School Brockton 1.8 mi 7.7
North Middle School Brockton 1.8 mi 6.5
Edgar B Davis Brockton 1.9 mi 5.6
New Heights Charter School of Brockton Brockton 2.0 mi 6.1
Oscar F Raymond Brockton 1.9 mi 4.3
Manthala George Jr. School Brockton 1.8 mi 6.7
John F Kennedy Brockton 2.0 mi 5.1
West Middle School Brockton 1.7 mi 5.2
Brockton High Brockton 1.9 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02302 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,560

Median Home Value

$395,000

Median Rent

$1,476/mo

Population

36,472

College Educated

20.6%

Homeownership

70.1%

Avg Commute

30.5 min

Poverty Rate

11.2%

Median Age

38.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Plouffe Middle School

What grades does Plouffe Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Plouffe Middle School?

Plouffe Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 629 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Plouffe Middle School is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Plouffe Middle School rank in MA?

Plouffe Middle School ranks #1,694 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Plouffe Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Plouffe Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.5 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 Plouffe Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Plouffe Middle School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Plouffe Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Plouffe Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
74 Very Walkable
Transit Score
55 Good Transit
Bike Score
56 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
629
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Plymouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.4%

District

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

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