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Robert J. Coelho Middle School

Middle School · Attleboro

99 Brown Street, Attleboro, MA 02703

Enrollment

577

Student-Teacher

15.6:1

Score

5.1

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,295 of 1,793

In Attleboro

#4 of 12

public schools

In district

#4 of 12

Attleboro

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Robert J. Coelho Middle School

5.1/10

Middle School in Attleboro · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Robert J. Coelho Middle School

Robert J. Coelho Middle School is a public middle school in Attleboro, MA, part of Attleboro. Robert J.

Coelho Middle School serves approximately 577 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Robert J. Coelho Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,295 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Robert J. Coelho Middle School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.6Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.93 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency42.4% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37.6% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+1.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-1.7 pts
Overall Proficiency40% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
Resources & Environment2.5Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,929
Chronic Absenteeism18.7%

Robert J. Coelho Middle School — Students at Robert J. Coelho Middle School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 45.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 116 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
66%
2010
Math
61%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
70%
ELA
71%
2013
Math
71%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
79%
2015
Math
71%
ELA
79%
2016
Math
54%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
54.8%
ELA
49.2%
2019
Math
56.7%
ELA
49.3%
2020*
Math
38%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
38.7%
ELA
42.5%
2022
Math
46%
ELA
35.7%
2023
Math
46%
ELA
36.2%
2024
Math
50%
ELA
34%
2025
Math
42.4%
ELA
37.6%

* 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: 5.6/10.

How Robert J. Coelho Middle School Compares

See how Robert J. Coelho Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.1/10
28th percentile in MA
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
5.6/10
Average
Environment
2.5/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
37 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.7%

Location

99 Brown Street, Attleboro, MA 02703

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Robert J. Coelho Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Joseph L. McCourt MS (rated 6.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Cumberland), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Calcutt Middle School (rated 5.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Central Falls), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Lyman B. Goff Middle School (rated 5.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Pawtucket), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Attleboro, see our Attleboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
DAYSPRING CHRISTIAN ACADEMY South Attleboro 0.7 mi 5.6
Hill-Roberts Elementary School Attleboro 1.1 mi 7.3
Curvin-McCabe School Pawtucket 1.5 mi 4.3
Blackstone Valley Prep Cumberland 1.2 mi 4.3
Henry J. Winters School Pawtucket 1.6 mi 6.2
Blackstone Valley Prep E. 2 Cumberland 1.3 mi 7.2
Raices Dual Language Academy Central Falls 1.4 mi 7.8
Blackstone Valley Prep High Cumberland 1.3 mi 8.3
Joseph L. McCourt MS Cumberland 1.4 mi 6.0
B.F. Norton Elementary School Cumberland 1.3 mi 7.7
The Learning Community Central Falls 1.6 mi 6.1
Elizabeth Baldwin School Pawtucket 1.7 mi 5.5
ST CECILIA SCHOOL Pawtucket 1.7 mi 7.3
Flora S. Curtis School Pawtucket 1.6 mi 7.3
Calcutt Middle School Central Falls 1.8 mi 5.3
Raices Upper Dual Language Acd Central Falls 1.8 mi 4.7
Lyman B. Goff Middle School Pawtucket 2.1 mi 5.2
Potter-Burns School Pawtucket 2.1 mi 5.0
William E. Tolman High Pawtucket 2.1 mi 4.4
Central Falls Sr High Central Falls 2.0 mi 4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,352

Median Home Value

$409,400

Median Rent

$1,446/mo

Population

46,479

College Educated

33.7%

Homeownership

66.1%

Avg Commute

30.1 min

Poverty Rate

9.2%

Median Age

39.4

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David J. Quinn Middle School Hudson, MA 5.0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Robert J. Coelho Middle School

What grades does Robert J. Coelho Middle School serve?

Robert J. Coelho Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Robert J. Coelho Middle School?

Robert J. Coelho Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 577 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Robert J. Coelho Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Robert J. Coelho Middle School is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Robert J. Coelho Middle School rank in MA?

Robert J. Coelho Middle School ranks #1,295 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Robert J. Coelho Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Robert J. Coelho Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Robert J. Coelho Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Robert J. Coelho Middle School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Robert J. Coelho Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Robert J. Coelho Middle School a Title I school?

No, Robert J. Coelho Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
62 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
18 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
577
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
37
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bristol County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.7%

District

Attleboro
District Enrollment
6,057
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,929
District Rank
#4 of 12

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