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#865 of 1,793 schools in MA

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Swampscott Middle

Middle School · Swampscott

207 Forest Avenue, Swampscott, MA 01907

Enrollment

687

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

6.4

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#865 of 1,793

In Swampscott

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#4 of 5

Swampscott

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Swampscott Middle

6.4/10

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

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8.2/10

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About Swampscott Middle

Swampscott Middle is a public middle school in Swampscott, MA, part of Swampscott. Swampscott Middle serves approximately 687 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Swampscott Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #865 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Swampscott Middle show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with MA schools
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.5Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-1.99 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.0Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.2% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency42.8% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+4.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.5 pts
Overall Proficiency44% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-8.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile43th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,140
Chronic Absenteeism11.6%

Swampscott Middle — Students at Swampscott Middle score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 50.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.9% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 56.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.5% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 106 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
64%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
85%
2011
Math
67%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
67%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
85%
2015
Math
73%
ELA
90%
2016
Math
56%
ELA
58%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
61%
2018
Math
58%
ELA
58%
2019
Math
58.3%
ELA
58%
2020*
Math
40%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
40.3%
ELA
57.2%
2022
Math
41.5%
ELA
48%
2023
Math
41.6%
ELA
45.4%
2024
Math
49%
ELA
50.2%
2025
Math
45.2%
ELA
42.8%

* 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: 5.5/10.

How Swampscott Middle Compares

See how Swampscott Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.4/10
52th percentile in MA
Academic
6.0/10
Average
Growth
5.5/10
Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
62 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.6%

Location

207 Forest Avenue, Swampscott, MA 01907

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Swampscott Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Glover (rated 9.3/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Marblehead), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lucretia and Joseph Brown School (rated 9.2/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Marblehead), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Stanley (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Swampscott, see our Swampscott schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Stanley Swampscott 0.8 mi 8.2
Hadley Swampscott 0.8 mi 6.8
Clarke Swampscott 0.7 mi 4.7
Swampscott High Swampscott 0.9 mi 6.9
Virginia Barton Early Childhood Center Lynn 1.3 mi 7.8
Thurgood Marshall Mid Lynn 1.4 mi 3.8
Glover Marblehead 1.6 mi 9.3
CHILDRENS WORKSHOP MONTESSORI Marblehead 1.8 mi
CHILDREN'S WORKSHOP MONTESSORI Marblehead 1.8 mi
Brickett Elementary Lynn 1.5 mi 2.9
EPSTEIN HILLEL SCHOOL Marblehead 1.6 mi 6.9
Aborn Lynn 1.6 mi 7.1
Salem High Salem 2.3 mi 7.3
Horace Mann Laboratory Salem 2.3 mi 3.4
Ingalls Lynn 1.7 mi 3.4
Hood Lynn 1.9 mi 3.0
TOWER SCHOOL Marblehead 2.2 mi 5.9
E J Harrington Lynn 2.0 mi 3.1
Marblehead High Marblehead 2.1 mi 7.3
Lucretia and Joseph Brown School Marblehead 2.3 mi 9.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01907 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$127,714

Median Home Value

$690,800

Median Rent

$2,206/mo

Population

15,279

College Educated

61.5%

Homeownership

73.7%

Avg Commute

36 min

Poverty Rate

7%

Median Age

45.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Swampscott Middle

What grades does Swampscott Middle serve?

Swampscott Middle serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Swampscott Middle?

Swampscott Middle has an enrollment of approximately 687 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Swampscott Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Swampscott Middle is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Swampscott Middle rank in MA?

Swampscott Middle ranks #865 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Swampscott Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Swampscott Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Swampscott Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Swampscott Middle has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Swampscott Middle a charter school?

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

Is Swampscott Middle a Title I school?

No, Swampscott Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
687
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
62
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.6%

District

Swampscott
District Enrollment
2,078
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,140
District Rank
#4 of 5

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