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#1613 of 1,793 schools in MA

Rumney Marsh Academy

Middle School · Revere

140 American Legion Highway, Revere, MA 02151

Enrollment

579

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

4.1

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,613 of 1,793

In Revere

#6 of 11

public schools

In district

#6 of 11

Revere

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Rumney Marsh Academy

4.1/10

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

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4.2/10

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About Rumney Marsh Academy

Rumney Marsh Academy is a public middle school in Revere, MA, part of Revere. Rumney Marsh Academy serves approximately 579 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Rumney Marsh Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,613 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Rumney Marsh Academy show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • District avg 4.1
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.7Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.43 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.5Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17.5% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency28.2% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-24.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-14.6 pts
Overall Proficiency23% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)28% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-5.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment5.8Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,554
Chronic Absenteeism23.1%

Rumney Marsh Academy — Students at Rumney Marsh Academy score 23% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 28%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 30.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.1% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 40.7% (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
45%
ELA
73%
2010
Math
52%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
53%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
55%
ELA
69%
2013
Math
50%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
70%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
43%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2018
Math
37.6%
ELA
47.2%
2019
Math
37.2%
ELA
44.6%
2020*
Math
20%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
19.6%
ELA
32.2%
2022
Math
26.2%
ELA
30.8%
2023
Math
20.3%
ELA
25.3%
2024
Math
16.8%
ELA
21.3%
2025
Math
17.5%
ELA
28.3%

* 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: 2.7/10.

How Rumney Marsh Academy Compares

See how Rumney Marsh Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.1/10
10th percentile in MA
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
2.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
56 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.1%

Location

140 American Legion Highway, Revere, MA 02151

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Rumney Marsh Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Garfield Middle School (rated 4.3/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Clark Avenue School (rated 4.3/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Chelsea), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Susan B. Anthony Middle School (rated 4.0/10, 0.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Revere, see our Revere schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Revere High Revere 0.3 mi 4.2
Abraham Lincoln Revere 0.3 mi 3.7
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION Revere 0.6 mi 5.3
Paul Revere Revere 0.6 mi 4.0
Staff Sargent James J. Hill Elementary School Revere 0.5 mi 3.7
Garfield Elementary School Revere 0.9 mi 6.7
Garfield Middle School Revere 0.9 mi 4.3
Susan B. Anthony Middle School Revere 0.9 mi 4.0
A. C. Whelan Elementary School Revere 0.9 mi 4.4
William A Berkowitz Elementary Chelsea 1.2 mi 8.1
Edgar A Hooks Elementary Chelsea 1.2 mi 6.6
George F. Kelly Elementary Chelsea 1.2 mi 3.1
Frank M Sokolowski Elementary Chelsea 1.2 mi 4.8
Bradley Elementary School East Boston 1.5 mi 9.3
CityLab Innovation High School Revere 1.4 mi 4.8
Beachmont Veterans Memorial School Revere 1.4 mi 4.0
Chelsea Virtual Learning Academy Chelsea 1.3 mi 4.7
Guild Elementary School East Boston 1.8 mi 7.7
Clark Avenue School Chelsea 1.8 mi 4.3
Excel Academy Charter School East Boston 2.3 mi 8.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02151 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,948

Median Home Value

$566,200

Median Rent

$1,964/mo

Population

59,949

College Educated

24.7%

Homeownership

50.1%

Avg Commute

35.1 min

Poverty Rate

12.4%

Median Age

39.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Rumney Marsh Academy

What grades does Rumney Marsh Academy serve?

Rumney Marsh Academy serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Rumney Marsh Academy?

Rumney Marsh Academy has an enrollment of approximately 579 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Rumney Marsh Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Rumney Marsh Academy is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Rumney Marsh Academy rank in MA?

Rumney Marsh Academy ranks #1,613 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Rumney Marsh Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Rumney Marsh Academy 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 Rumney Marsh Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Rumney Marsh Academy has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Rumney Marsh Academy a charter school?

No, Rumney Marsh Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Rumney Marsh Academy a Title I school?

No, Rumney Marsh Academy is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
77 Very Walkable
Transit Score
62 Good Transit
Bike Score
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
579
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
56
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.1%

District

Revere
District Enrollment
7,344
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,554
District Rank
#6 of 11

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