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#1516 of 1,793 schools in MA

Roberta G. Doering School

Middle School · Agawam

68 Main Street, Agawam, MA 01001

Enrollment

504

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

4.4

Grades

5th – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,516 of 1,793

In Agawam

#3 of 6

public schools

In district

#5 of 8

Agawam

School environment

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Roberta G. Doering School

4.4/10

Middle School in Agawam · grades 5th – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.8/10

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About Roberta G. Doering School

Roberta G. Doering School is a public middle school in Agawam, MA, part of Agawam. Roberta G.

Doering School serves approximately 504 students, and covers grades 5th-6th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Roberta G. Doering School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,516 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Roberta G. Doering School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.4 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.4
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.3Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.8 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.8Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency32.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-8.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-8.3 pts
Overall Proficiency32% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-10.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile29th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,290
Chronic Absenteeism20.6%

Roberta G. Doering School — Students at Roberta G. Doering School score 32% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 45.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.6% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 47.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
46.0% (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
60%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
59%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
65%
2012
Math
63%
ELA
65%
2013
Math
62%
ELA
63%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
65%
2015
Math
63%
ELA
68%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
49%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
55%
2018
Math
55.5%
ELA
54%
2019
Math
54.5%
ELA
51.8%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
46%
2021*
Math
37.3%
ELA
46%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
35.3%
2023
Math
34.3%
ELA
38.3%
2024
Math
31.3%
ELA
30.7%
2025
Math
32.3%
ELA
31%

* 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: 2.3/10.

How Roberta G. Doering School Compares

See how Roberta G. Doering School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.4/10
16th percentile in MA
Academic
4.8/10
Below Average
Growth
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.6%

Location

68 Main Street, Agawam, MA 01001

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Roberta G. Doering School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented and Gifted) (rated 6.8/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Springfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Springfield Legacy Academy (rated 6.7/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Springfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Impact Prep at Chestnut (rated 5.6/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Springfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Agawam, see our Agawam schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Memorial West Springfield 0.6 mi 5.8
William P. Sapelli Elementary Agawam 0.9 mi 3.1
Philip G Coburn West Springfield 1.4 mi 6.0
Agawam Early Childhood Center Agawam 1.4 mi 3.3
Benjamin J Phelps Agawam 1.3 mi 6.0
Mittineague West Springfield 1.3 mi 6.4
Hampden Charter School of Science West West Springfield 1.3 mi 6.4
MAY CTR SCHOOL FOR AUTISM AND DEVELOPMENTAL DIS West Springfield 1.3 mi 7.0
Agawam High Agawam 1.4 mi 6.2
ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE SCHOOL West Springfield 1.5 mi 4.4
Brightwood Springfield 2.0 mi 4.3
Lincoln Springfield 2.0 mi 5.2
Impact Prep at Chestnut Springfield 2.2 mi 5.6
Chestnut Accelerated Middle School (Talented and Gifted) Springfield 2.2 mi 6.8
Springfield Legacy Academy Springfield 2.2 mi 6.7
German Gerena Community School Springfield 2.3 mi 7.2
The Springfield Virtual School Springfield 2.0 mi 4.8
Springfield Middle School Springfield 2.4 mi
West Springfield High West Springfield 2.5 mi 6.2
Libertas Academy Charter School Springfield 2.2 mi 6.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01001 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,924

Median Home Value

$270,300

Median Rent

$1,305/mo

Population

16,136

College Educated

35.6%

Homeownership

72.9%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

7.2%

Median Age

45.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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Agawam Junior High Feeding Hills, MA 4.4
Arthur M Longsjo Middle School Fitchburg, MA 4.4
Gardner Middle School Gardner, MA 4.4
Hawthorne Brook Townsend, MA 4.4
Pickering Middle Lynn, MA 4.4
Overlook Middle School Ashburnham, MA 4.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Roberta G. Doering School

What grades does Roberta G. Doering School serve?

Roberta G. Doering School serves students in grades 5th through 6th.

How many students attend Roberta G. Doering School?

Roberta G. Doering School has an enrollment of approximately 504 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Roberta G. Doering School?

The student-teacher ratio at Roberta G. Doering School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Roberta G. Doering School rank in MA?

Roberta G. Doering School ranks #1,516 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Roberta G. Doering School's MySchoolScout rating?

Roberta G. Doering School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.4 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 Roberta G. Doering School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Roberta G. Doering School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Roberta G. Doering School a charter school?

No, Roberta G. Doering School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Roberta G. Doering School a Title I school?

No, Roberta G. Doering School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
73 Very Walkable
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 6th
Enrollment
504
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Hampden County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.6%

District

Agawam
District Enrollment
3,504
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,290
District Rank
#5 of 8

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