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Quabbin Regional Middle School

Middle School · Quabbin

800 South Street, Barre, MA 01005

Enrollment

527

Student-Teacher

15.5:1

Score

4.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,594 of 1,793

In Barre

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#5 of 7

Quabbin

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Quabbin Regional Middle School

4.1/10

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

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5.8/10

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About Quabbin Regional Middle School

Quabbin Regional Middle School is a public middle school in Barre, MA, part of Quabbin. Quabbin Regional Middle School serves approximately 527 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Quabbin Regional Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,594 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Quabbin Regional Middle School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.3 pts below MA schools
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Quabbin Regional Middle School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.18 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics3.9Needs Improvement35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26.5% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32.5% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-15.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-10.4 pts
Overall Proficiency30% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-20.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,922
Chronic Absenteeism20.9%

Quabbin Regional Middle School — Students at Quabbin Regional Middle School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
41.4% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 47.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.9% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 92 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
55%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
48%
ELA
80%
2012
Math
53%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
45%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
79%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
48%
2017
Math
48%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
45.8%
2019
Math
41.3%
ELA
43.3%
2020*
Math
36%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
35.8%
ELA
39.2%
2022
Math
37.4%
ELA
41.8%
2023
Math
37.8%
ELA
41.5%
2024
Math
32%
ELA
33.8%
2025
Math
26.5%
ELA
32.5%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How Quabbin Regional Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.1/10
11th percentile in MA
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

Location

800 South Street, Barre, MA 01005

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Quabbin Regional Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Petersham Center (rated 8.4/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Petersham), which scores notably higher. Another option is DEVEREUX SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Rutland), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EAGLE HILL SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Hardwick), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Barre, see our Barre schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Quabbin Regional High School Barre 0.0 mi 5.8
SEVEN HILLS/STETSON SCHOOL Barre 0.8 mi 6.1
Ruggles Lane Barre 2.0 mi 5.4
Oakham Center Oakham 4.6 mi 4.0
New Braintree Grade New Braintree 5.7 mi 4.1
EAGLE HILL SCHOOL Hardwick 4.9 mi 7.3
Hardwick Elementary Gilbertville 6.8 mi 5.2
PETERSHAM MONTESSORI SCHOOLS Petersham 6.9 mi
Petersham Center Petersham 7.0 mi 8.4
VALLEY VIEW SCHOOL North Brookfield 8.2 mi 5.8
ST ALOYSIUS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Gilbertville 7.6 mi 4.6
North Brookfield Elementary North Brookfield 8.6 mi 5.0
North Brookfield High North Brookfield 8.7 mi 5.3
Hubbardston Center Hubbardston 7.5 mi 5.0
DEVEREUX SCHOOL Rutland 7.5 mi 7.5
Naquag Elementary School Rutland 8.2 mi 4.3
Templeton Elementary School Templeton 10.9 mi 5.9
West Brookfield Elementary West Brookfield 11.2 mi 3.4
Central Tree Middle Rutland 8.4 mi 5.4
Glenwood Elementary School Rutland 8.8 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01005 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$97,390

Median Home Value

$328,500

Median Rent

$1,603/mo

Population

4,786

College Educated

35.5%

Homeownership

81%

Poverty Rate

12.5%

Median Age

41.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Quabbin Regional Middle School

What grades does Quabbin Regional Middle School serve?

Quabbin Regional Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Quabbin Regional Middle School?

Quabbin Regional Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 527 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Quabbin Regional Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Quabbin Regional Middle School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Quabbin Regional Middle School rank in MA?

Quabbin Regional Middle School ranks #1,594 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Quabbin Regional Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Quabbin Regional Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Quabbin Regional Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Quabbin Regional Middle School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Quabbin Regional Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Quabbin Regional Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
527
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Worcester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.9%

District

Quabbin
District Enrollment
2,168
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,922
District Rank
#5 of 7

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