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Very Good

#451 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 25% in state

Triton Regional Middle School

Middle School · Triton

112 Elm Street, Byfield, MA 01922

Enrollment

314

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

7.6

Grades

7th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#451 of 1,793

In Byfield

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Triton

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Triton Regional Middle School

7.6/10

Middle School in Byfield · grades 7th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Triton Regional Middle School

Triton Regional Middle School is a public middle school in Byfield, MA, part of Triton. Triton Regional Middle School serves approximately 314 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Triton Regional Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #451 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Triton Regional Middle School show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts above MA schools
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Triton Regional Middle School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.88 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics7.0Very Good35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency48.3% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45.7% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+8.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+3.2 pts
Overall Proficiency47% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-1.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,480
Chronic Absenteeism20.7%

Triton Regional Middle School — Students at Triton Regional Middle School score 47% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
40.4% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 55.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.4% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 76 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
59%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
58%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
61%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
63%
ELA
84%
2016
Math
39%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
46%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
50%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
50.8%
ELA
55.5%
2020*
Math
34%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
34.3%
ELA
43.3%
2022
Math
37%
ELA
45.3%
2023
Math
44%
ELA
50%
2024
Math
43%
ELA
42.7%
2025
Math
48.3%
ELA
45.7%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Triton Regional Middle School Compares

See how Triton Regional Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.6/10
75th percentile in MA
Academic
7.0/10
Very Good
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
30 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.7%

Location

112 Elm Street, Byfield, MA 01922

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Triton Regional Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Rupert A Nock Middle (rated 8.5/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Newburyport), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Georgetown Middle School (rated 3.9/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Georgetown), a more accessible option. For more schools in Byfield, see our Byfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Triton Regional High School Byfield 0.0 mi 6.5
SOLSTICE SCHOOL Rowley 2.0 mi
NORTH SHORE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Rowley 2.4 mi
CLARK SCHOOL Rowley 3.4 mi 5.8
Pine Grove Rowley 3.0 mi 9.2
Newbury Elementary Newbury 4.0 mi 9.1
Paul F Doyon Memorial Ipswich 4.5 mi 8.7
Georgetown High School Georgetown 3.7 mi 5.7
Georgetown Middle School Georgetown 3.7 mi 3.9
River Valley Charter School Newburyport 4.6 mi 7.6
Rupert A Nock Middle Newburyport 4.7 mi 8.5
Edward G. Molin Elementary School Newburyport 4.7 mi 7.9
Perley Elementary Georgetown 3.7 mi 3.2
Penn Brook Georgetown 4.1 mi 4.1
Newburyport High Newburyport 5.0 mi 7.2
Dr John C Page School West Newbury 4.9 mi 9.0
Francis T Bresnahan Elementary Newburyport 5.3 mi 4.7
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION NEWBURYPORT Newburyport 5.0 mi 5.6
THE CHILDRENS CASTLE West Newbury 5.1 mi
NEWBURYPORT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Newburyport 5.2 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01922 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$179,896

Median Home Value

$727,800

Population

3,791

College Educated

49.7%

Homeownership

84.8%

Poverty Rate

5.1%

Median Age

50.6

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
W.E.B. Du Bois Regional Middle School Great Barrington, MA 7.6
Emergence Academy Springfield, MA 7.5
Monomoy Regional Middle School Chatham, MA 7.5
Nessacus Regional Middle School Dalton, MA 7.5
Glenbrook Middle Longmeadow, MA 7.7
Charles E Roderick Wrentham, MA 7.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Triton Regional Middle School

What grades does Triton Regional Middle School serve?

Triton Regional Middle School serves students in grades 7th through 8th.

How many students attend Triton Regional Middle School?

Triton Regional Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 314 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Triton Regional Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Triton Regional Middle School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Triton Regional Middle School rank in MA?

Triton Regional Middle School ranks #451 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Triton Regional Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Triton Regional Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Triton Regional Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Triton Regional Middle School has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Triton Regional Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Triton Regional Middle School a Title I school?

No, Triton Regional Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
314
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
30
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Essex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.7%

District

Triton
District Enrollment
2,155
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,480
District Rank
#3 of 5

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