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Stoneham Central Middle School

Middle School · Stoneham

101 Central Street, Stoneham, MA 02180

Enrollment

700

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

5.5

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,196 of 1,793

In Stoneham

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

Stoneham

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Stoneham Central Middle School

5.5/10

Middle School in Stoneham · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Stoneham Central Middle School

Stoneham Central Middle School is a public middle school in Stoneham, MA, part of Stoneham. Stoneham Central Middle School serves approximately 700 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Stoneham Central Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,196 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Stoneham Central Middle School show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.9 pts below MA schools
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.9Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.77 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency44.4% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+5.1 pts
Overall Proficiency42% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-12.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,443
Chronic Absenteeism14.4%

Stoneham Central Middle School — Students at Stoneham Central Middle School score 42% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 48.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 59.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 116 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
49%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
55%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
85%
2012
Math
71%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
63%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
64%
ELA
84%
2015
Math
66%
ELA
83%
2016
Math
48%
ELA
60%
2017
Math
51%
ELA
66%
2018
Math
52.7%
ELA
66.8%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
71%
2020*
Math
38%
ELA
55%
2021*
Math
38.5%
ELA
54.8%
2022
Math
43.8%
ELA
50.8%
2023
Math
47%
ELA
48.2%
2024
Math
44.6%
ELA
49.6%
2025
Math
40%
ELA
44.4%

* 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: 3.9/10.

How Stoneham Central Middle School Compares

See how Stoneham Central Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
33th percentile in MA
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
67 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.4%

Location

101 Central Street, Stoneham, MA 02180

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Stoneham Central Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Galvin Middle School (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Wakefield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Melrose Middle (rated 6.1/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Melrose), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Stoneham, see our Stoneham schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
ST PATRICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stoneham 0.2 mi 4.2
South Stoneham 0.8 mi 8.8
Robin Hood Stoneham 0.8 mi 5.2
Stoneham High Stoneham 0.9 mi 7.4
GREATER BOSTON ACADEMY Stoneham 1.2 mi 5.2
Early Childhood Center at the Doyle School Wakefield 1.0 mi 5.0
Colonial Park Stoneham 1.3 mi 7.1
ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Wakefield 1.4 mi 4.7
Walton Wakefield 1.6 mi 8.2
Goodyear Elementary School Woburn 1.5 mi 3.2
Galvin Middle School Wakefield 1.6 mi 8.6
Roosevelt Melrose 1.8 mi 7.5
Greenwood Wakefield 1.7 mi 5.1
Joshua Eaton Reading 2.2 mi 8.6
Melrose Middle Melrose 2.1 mi 6.1
Melrose High Melrose 2.1 mi 8.5
Early Childhood Center Melrose 2.2 mi 5.7
MELROSE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Melrose 2.4 mi 5.2
Muraco Elementary Winchester 2.3 mi 7.0
Lincoln Melrose 2.6 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02180 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$112,635

Median Home Value

$629,000

Median Rent

$1,878/mo

Population

22,986

College Educated

54%

Homeownership

71.1%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

42.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Stoneham Central Middle School

What grades does Stoneham Central Middle School serve?

Stoneham Central Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Stoneham Central Middle School?

Stoneham Central Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 700 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Stoneham Central Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Stoneham Central Middle 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 Stoneham Central Middle School rank in MA?

Stoneham Central Middle School ranks #1,196 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Stoneham Central Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Stoneham Central Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 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 Stoneham Central Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Stoneham Central Middle School has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Stoneham Central Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Stoneham Central Middle School a Title I school?

No, Stoneham Central Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
85 Very Walkable
Transit Score
23 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
65 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
700
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
67
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.4%

District

Stoneham
District Enrollment
2,289
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,443
District Rank
#4 of 5

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