Below Average
#1589 of 1,793 schools in MA
Saugus Middle School
Middle School · Saugus
1 Pearce Memorial Dr., Saugus, MA 01906
Enrollment
617
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
617
Student-Teacher
13.4:1
Score
4.2
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,589 of 1,793
In Saugus
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Saugus
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Saugus Middle School
Middle School in Saugus · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Saugus Middle School
Saugus Middle School is a public middle school in Saugus, MA, part of Saugus. Saugus Middle School serves approximately 617 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Saugus Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,589 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Saugus Middle School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Saugus Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Saugus Middle School — Students at Saugus Middle School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 96 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 5.1/10.
How Saugus Middle School Compares
See how Saugus Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1 Pearce Memorial Dr., Saugus, MA 01906
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Saugus Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Melrose Middle (rated 6.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Melrose), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Breed Middle School (rated 3.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Lynn), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Saugus, see our Saugus schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Saugus High Saugus | 0.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Pioneer Charter School of Science II (PCSS-II) Saugus | 0.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Belmonte STEAM Academy Saugus | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Veterans Early Learning Center Saugus | 1.2 mi | 2.6 |
| Winthrop Melrose | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Herbert Clark Hoover Melrose | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Linden Malden | 2.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Horace Mann Melrose | 1.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Mystic Valley Regional Charter School Malden | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Forestdale Malden | 2.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Northeast Metro Regional Vocational Wakefield | 2.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Early Childhood Center Melrose | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Classical High Lynn | 2.0 mi | 4.2 |
| Julia F Callahan Lynn | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Breed Middle School Lynn | 2.1 mi | 3.2 |
| Salemwood Malden | 2.6 mi | 3.9 |
| Melrose High Melrose | 2.1 mi | 8.5 |
| MALDEN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Malden | 2.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Wakefield Memorial High Wakefield | 2.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Melrose Middle Melrose | 2.2 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01906 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$100,819
Median Home Value
$589,500
Median Rent
$1,982/mo
Population
28,599
College Educated
31.4%
Homeownership
73.9%
Avg Commute
29.1 min
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Median Age
43.5
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|---|---|
| Dr An Wang School Lowell, MA | 4.2 |
| Clark Avenue School Chelsea, MA | 4.3 |
| Garfield Middle School Revere, MA | 4.3 |
| Nissitissit Middle School Pepperell, MA | 4.3 |
| Oxford Middle Oxford, MA | 4.3 |
| Dudley Middle School Dudley, MA | 4.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Saugus Middle School
What grades does Saugus Middle School serve?
Saugus Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Saugus Middle School?
Saugus Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 617 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Saugus Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Saugus Middle School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Saugus Middle School rank in MA?
Saugus Middle School ranks #1,589 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Saugus Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Saugus Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Saugus Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Saugus Middle School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Saugus Middle School a charter school?
No, Saugus Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Saugus Middle School a Title I school?
No, Saugus Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 617
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Essex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.8%
- Phone
- (781) 231-5027
Resources & Links
District
Saugus- District Enrollment
- 2,610
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,504
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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