Very Good
#365 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 20% in state
Robert H. Adams Middle School
Middle School · Holliston
323 Woodland Street, Holliston, MA 01746
Enrollment
655
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
655
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
7.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#365 of 1,793
In Holliston
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Holliston
Equity
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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Robert H. Adams Middle School
Middle School in Holliston · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Robert H. Adams Middle School
Robert H. Adams Middle School is a public middle school in Holliston, MA, part of Holliston. Robert H.
Adams Middle School serves approximately 655 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Robert H. Adams Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #365 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Robert H. Adams Middle School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- MA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Robert H. Adams Middle School — Students at Robert H. Adams Middle School score 66% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 96 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.8/10.
How Robert H. Adams Middle School Compares
See how Robert H. Adams Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
323 Woodland Street, Holliston, MA 01746
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Robert H. Adams Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Medway Middle (rated 7.4/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Medway), with a comparable rating. Another option is Ashland Middle (rated 6.7/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Ashland), a more accessible option. Additionally, SPARHAWK ACADEMY (rated 5.7/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Mills), a more accessible option. For more schools in Holliston, see our Holliston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Placentino Elementary Holliston | 0.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Miller School Holliston | 0.2 mi | 7.8 |
| Holliston High Holliston | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Henry E Warren Elementary Ashland | 2.8 mi | 5.0 |
| NORTH AMERICAN HOCKEY ACADEMY Ashland | 3.0 mi | — |
| John D Mc Govern Elementary Medway | 3.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Medway High Medway | 3.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Medway Middle Medway | 4.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Ashland High Ashland | 4.2 mi | 6.7 |
| SPARHAWK ACADEMY Mills | 3.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Burke/Memorial Elementary School Medway | 4.4 mi | 7.8 |
| William Pittaway Elementary Ashland | 4.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Ashland Middle Ashland | 4.2 mi | 6.7 |
| David Mindess Ashland | 4.5 mi | 7.2 |
| PINCUSHION HILL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ashland | 4.7 mi | — |
| Harmony Grove Elementary Framingham | 4.8 mi | 3.7 |
| Joseph P Keefe Technical High School Framingham | 5.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Pine Hill Sherborn | 4.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Barbieri Elementary Framingham | 5.2 mi | 4.5 |
| Clyde F Brown Millis | 4.3 mi | 4.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01746 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$154,684
Median Home Value
$620,500
Median Rent
$1,651/mo
Population
14,964
College Educated
65.7%
Homeownership
86.8%
Avg Commute
34.9 min
Poverty Rate
3.2%
Median Age
45.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sarah W Gibbons Middle Westborough, MA | 7.9 |
| Stony Brook School Westford, MA | 7.9 |
| Dartmouth Middle North Dartmouth, MA | 8.0 |
| James S Daley Middle School Lowell, MA | 8.0 |
| Locke Middle Billerica, MA | 7.8 |
| Marshall Middle School Billerica, MA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Robert H. Adams Middle School
What grades does Robert H. Adams Middle School serve?
Robert H. Adams Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Robert H. Adams Middle School?
Robert H. Adams Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 655 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Robert H. Adams Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Robert H. Adams Middle School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Robert H. Adams Middle School rank in MA?
Robert H. Adams Middle School ranks #365 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Robert H. Adams Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Robert H. Adams Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Robert H. Adams Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Robert H. Adams Middle School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Robert H. Adams Middle School a charter school?
No, Robert H. Adams Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Robert H. Adams Middle School a Title I school?
No, Robert H. Adams 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
- 655
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.6%
- Phone
- (508) 429-0657
Resources & Links
District
Holliston- District Enrollment
- 2,724
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,706
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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