Very Good
#377 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 21% in state
Sarah W Gibbons Middle
Middle School · Westborough
20 Fisher Street, Westborough, MA 01581
Enrollment
601
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
7.9
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
601
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
7.9
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#377 of 1,793
In Westborough
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
Westborough
Equity
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Sarah W Gibbons Middle
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About Sarah W Gibbons Middle
Sarah W Gibbons Middle is a public middle school in Westborough, MA, part of Westborough. Sarah W Gibbons Middle serves approximately 601 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Sarah W Gibbons Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #377 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Sarah W Gibbons Middle show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.6
- MA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Sarah W Gibbons Middle — Students at Sarah W Gibbons Middle score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 76 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: 5.9/10.
How Sarah W Gibbons Middle Compares
See how Sarah W Gibbons Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
20 Fisher Street, Westborough, MA 01581
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sarah W Gibbons Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Mill Pond School (rated 7.3/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Robert E. Melican Middle School (rated 7.1/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Northborough), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Westborough, see our Westborough schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| J Harding Armstrong Westborough | 0.1 mi | 6.5 |
| Westborough High Westborough | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| EBRIDGE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Westborough | 0.9 mi | — |
| Annie E Fales Westborough | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Elsie A Hastings Elementary Westborough | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Mill Pond School Westborough | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Fannie E Proctor Northborough | 2.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Marguerite E Peaslee Northborough | 3.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Lincoln Street Northborough | 3.5 mi | 5.7 |
| ST BERNADETTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Northborough | 3.9 mi | 5.9 |
| THE FITZGERALD INSTITUTE Northborough | 3.9 mi | — |
| AL-HAMRA ACADEMY Shrewsbury | 2.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Algonquin Regional High Northborough | 3.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Marion E Zeh Northborough | 3.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Robert E. Melican Middle School Northborough | 3.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Floral Street School Shrewsbury | 3.6 mi | 6.1 |
| North Street Elementary School Grafton | 4.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Advanced Math and Science Academy Charter School Marlborough | 5.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Richer Marlborough | 5.3 mi | 2.4 |
| North Grafton Elementary North Grafton | 4.5 mi | 5.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01581 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$134,474
Median Home Value
$637,900
Median Rent
$2,038/mo
Population
21,591
College Educated
66%
Homeownership
60.7%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
39
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Robert H. Adams Middle School Holliston, 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 |
| Horace Mann Franklin, MA | 7.8 |
| Locke Middle Billerica, MA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sarah W Gibbons Middle
What grades does Sarah W Gibbons Middle serve?
Sarah W Gibbons Middle serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Sarah W Gibbons Middle?
Sarah W Gibbons Middle has an enrollment of approximately 601 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sarah W Gibbons Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Sarah W Gibbons Middle is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sarah W Gibbons Middle rank in MA?
Sarah W Gibbons Middle ranks #377 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Sarah W Gibbons Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Sarah W Gibbons Middle 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 Sarah W Gibbons Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sarah W Gibbons Middle has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Sarah W Gibbons Middle a charter school?
No, Sarah W Gibbons Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sarah W Gibbons Middle a Title I school?
No, Sarah W Gibbons Middle is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 601
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 55
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Worcester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.5%
- Phone
- (508) 836-7740
Resources & Links
District
Westborough- District Enrollment
- 3,887
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,205
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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