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#699 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 39% in state

Sandwich Middle High School

High School · Sandwich

365 Quaker Meetinghouse Rd, East Sandwich, MA 02537

Enrollment

912

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

6.8

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#699 of 1,793

In East Sandwich

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Sandwich

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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6.8/10

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About Sandwich Middle High School

Sandwich Middle High School is a public high school in East Sandwich, MA, part of Sandwich. Sandwich Middle High School serves approximately 912 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Sandwich Middle High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #699 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Sandwich Middle High School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts above MA schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.09 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49.8% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+10 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+11.5 pts
Overall Proficiency52% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-3.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile57th
College Readiness7.8Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation19.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,666
Chronic Absenteeism17.4%

Sandwich Middle High School — Students at Sandwich Middle High School score 52% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 65.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.9% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 72.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
49.3% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 68 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
93%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
96%
2012
Math
90%
ELA
98%
2013
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2015
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
97.5%
2017
Math
87%
ELA
97.5%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
63.5%
ELA
68%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
56%
ELA
78%
2022
Math
66.5%
ELA
73%
2023
Math
55.8%
ELA
56.8%
2024
Math
49.3%
ELA
54.5%
2025
Math
49.8%
ELA
54%

* 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: 3.3/10.

How Sandwich Middle High School Compares

See how Sandwich Middle High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.8/10
61th percentile in MA
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.9
Sports
20
10 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
88 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
19.5% participation·State avg: 2.9 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics20sports offered
10 boys'·10 girls'·40 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

365 Quaker Meetinghouse Rd, East Sandwich, MA 02537

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sandwich Middle High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Bourne High School (rated 7.1/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Bourne), with a very similar rating. Another option is Upper Cape Cod Vocational Technical (rated 6.8/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Bourne), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Mashpee Middle-High School (rated 5.7/10, 8.7 miles away, in nearby Mashpee), a more accessible option. For more schools in East Sandwich, see our East Sandwich schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Oak Ridge East Sandwich 1.2 mi 9.0
RIVERVIEW SCHOOL East Sandwich 2.0 mi 4.6
THE HUNDRED ACRE SCHL HERITAGE MUSEUMS AND GARDENS Sandwich 2.6 mi
Forestdale School Sandwich 3.6 mi 7.5
WALDORF SCHOOL OF CAPE COD Sandwich 3.6 mi 5.5
BRIDGEVIEW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Sagamore 4.9 mi 6.0
FAIR ACRES COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Marstons Mills 5.7 mi
West Villages Elementary School Marstons Mills 6.2 mi 7.1
Barnstable United Elementary School Marston Mills 6.4 mi 4.6
BAYBERRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Osterville 6.8 mi
CAPE COD ACADEMY Osterville 7.4 mi 5.2
Quashnet School Mashpee 8.0 mi 6.1
Kenneth Coombs School Mashpee 8.2 mi 7.7
Upper Cape Cod Vocational Technical Bourne 6.2 mi 6.8
Bournedale Elementary School Bournedale 6.5 mi 8.2
Mashpee Middle-High School Mashpee 8.7 mi 5.7
Bourne Middle School Bourne 6.8 mi 5.5
Bourne Intermediate School Bourne 6.9 mi 7.0
Bourne High School Bourne 6.9 mi 7.1
West Barnstable Elementary West Barnstable 7.3 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02537 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$131,150

Median Home Value

$617,600

Median Rent

$1,328/mo

Population

6,486

College Educated

51.6%

Homeownership

91.3%

Avg Commute

28.1 min

Poverty Rate

7.2%

Median Age

47.3

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
NOBLE AND GREENOUGH SCHOOL Dedham, MA 6.8
Old Rochester Regional High Mattapoisett, MA 6.8
THAYER ACADEMY Braintree, MA 6.8
Upper Cape Cod Vocational Technical Bourne, MA 6.8
Apponequet Regional High Lakeville, MA 6.7
Ashland High Ashland, MA 6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sandwich Middle High School

What grades does Sandwich Middle High School serve?

Sandwich Middle High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Sandwich Middle High School?

Sandwich Middle High School has an enrollment of approximately 912 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sandwich Middle High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sandwich Middle High School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sandwich Middle High School rank in MA?

Sandwich Middle High School ranks #699 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Sandwich Middle High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sandwich Middle High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Sandwich Middle High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sandwich Middle High School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Sandwich Middle High School a charter school?

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

Is Sandwich Middle High School a Title I school?

No, Sandwich Middle High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
26 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
912
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
88
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Barnstable County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.4%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

Sandwich
District Enrollment
2,129
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,666
District Rank
#3 of 3

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