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Tyngsborough Middle

Middle School · Tyngsborough

50 Norris Rd, Tyngsborough, MA 01879

Enrollment

369

Student-Teacher

10.2:1

Score

5.6

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,157 of 1,793

In Tyngsborough

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Tyngsborough

School environment

7.2 / 10

Very Good

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Tyngsborough Middle

5.6/10

Middle School in Tyngsborough · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Tyngsborough Middle

Tyngsborough Middle is a public middle school in Tyngsborough, MA, part of Tyngsborough. Tyngsborough Middle serves approximately 369 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Tyngsborough Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,157 of 1,793 schools in MA.

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

How it compares0.8 pts below MA schools
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.8Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.31 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41.2% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency40.8% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-1 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-2.1 pts
Overall Proficiency41% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)53% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-12.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment7.2Very Good25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,040
Chronic Absenteeism14.4%

Tyngsborough Middle — Students at Tyngsborough Middle score 41% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 46.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
41.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 47.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
44.7% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)

Based on 88 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
60%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
64%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
69%
ELA
84%
2013
Math
60%
ELA
84%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
80%
2015
Math
69%
ELA
78%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
50%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
46%
2018
Math
60%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
59.4%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
39%
ELA
43%
2021*
Math
39.4%
ELA
43%
2022
Math
35.8%
ELA
34.4%
2023
Math
36.8%
ELA
28.8%
2024
Math
36.3%
ELA
35.5%
2025
Math
41.3%
ELA
40.8%

* 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: 4.8/10.

How Tyngsborough Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
5.6/10
36th percentile in MA
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
4.8/10
Below Average
Environment
7.2/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

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

Location

50 Norris Rd, Tyngsborough, MA 01879

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Tyngsborough Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Hudson Memorial School (rated 5.3/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Hudson), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Justus C. Richardson Middle School (rated 5.0/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Dracut), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Tyngsborough, see our Tyngsborough schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Tyngsborough High School Tyngsborough 0.1 mi 6.6
LITTLE ANGELS ACADEMY Tyngsboro 1.6 mi
ACADEMY OF NOTRE DAME Tyngsboro 2.1 mi 7.3
Innovation Academy Charter School Tyngsboro 2.6 mi 6.3
Gr Lowell Regional Vocational Technical Tyngsborough 3.1 mi 7.9
PRESENTATION OF MARY ACADEMY Hudson 3.3 mi 5.8
Sunset Heights School Nashua 3.2 mi 5.4
LIGHTHOUSE SCHOOL, INC North Chelmsford 3.8 mi 7.1
Nottingham West Elementary School Hudson 3.8 mi 6.8
Nottingham West Elementary Pre School Hudson 3.8 mi 3.1
Tyngsborough Elementary Tyngsborough 3.5 mi 4.4
WORLD ACADEMY Nashua 3.0 mi 6.4
Rita E. Miller Elementary School Westford 4.0 mi 5.9
KEYSTONE MONTESSORI SCHOOL North Chelmsford 4.3 mi 7.1
Bicentennial Elementary School Nashua 3.5 mi 6.8
Hudson Memorial School Hudson 4.7 mi 5.3
Brookside Elementary Dracut 3.7 mi 3.3
Justus C. Richardson Middle School Dracut 3.7 mi 5.0
George H. Englesby Elementary School Dracut 3.8 mi 5.7
CLEARWAY HIGH SCHOOL Nashua 4.6 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01879 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$144,167

Median Home Value

$533,300

Median Rent

$1,863/mo

Population

12,435

College Educated

49.8%

Homeownership

86.2%

Avg Commute

24.6 min

Poverty Rate

4.8%

Median Age

39.7

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South West Middle School Quincy, MA 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Tyngsborough Middle

What grades does Tyngsborough Middle serve?

Tyngsborough Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Tyngsborough Middle?

Tyngsborough Middle has an enrollment of approximately 369 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Tyngsborough Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Tyngsborough Middle is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Tyngsborough Middle rank in MA?

Tyngsborough Middle ranks #1,157 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Tyngsborough Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Tyngsborough Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Tyngsborough Middle?

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

Is Tyngsborough Middle a charter school?

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

Is Tyngsborough Middle a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
369
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.4%

District

Tyngsborough
District Enrollment
1,542
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,040
District Rank
#2 of 3

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