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Wamsutta Middle School

Middle School · Attleboro

300 Locust Street, Attleboro, MA 02703

Enrollment

580

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

4.6

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,442 of 1,793

In Attleboro

#7 of 12

public schools

In district

#7 of 12

Attleboro

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Wamsutta Middle School

4.6/10

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

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About Wamsutta Middle School

Wamsutta Middle School is a public middle school in Attleboro, MA, part of Attleboro. Wamsutta Middle School serves approximately 580 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Wamsutta Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,442 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Wamsutta Middle School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.0
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics5.6Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency40.2% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32.4% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-0.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-6.9 pts
Overall Proficiency36% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-6.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment2.6Needs Improvement25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,929
Chronic Absenteeism18.4%

Wamsutta Middle School — Students at Wamsutta Middle School score 36% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 43.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 45.6% (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
55%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
61%
ELA
70%
2013
Math
55%
ELA
68%
2014
Math
55%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
54%
ELA
76%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
45%
2017
Math
41%
ELA
51%
2018
Math
43%
ELA
51.2%
2019
Math
53%
ELA
52.3%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
44%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
44.3%
2022
Math
38.8%
ELA
37.8%
2023
Math
37.2%
ELA
34.8%
2024
Math
41.4%
ELA
26.8%
2025
Math
40.2%
ELA
32.4%

* 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: 4.9/10.

How Wamsutta Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.6/10
20th percentile in MA
Academic
5.6/10
Average
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
2.6/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.4%

Location

300 Locust Street, Attleboro, MA 02703

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wamsutta Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Dorothy L Beckwith (rated 5.8/10, 4.7 miles away, in nearby Rehoboth), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cyril K. Brennan Middle School (rated 5.4/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Attleboro, see our Attleboro schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Hyman Fine Elementary School Attleboro 0.5 mi 3.1
GRACE BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Attleboro 0.9 mi 5.5
Peter Thacher Elementary School Attleboro 1.3 mi 3.7
Early Learning Center Attleboro 1.3 mi 3.3
A. Irvin Studley Elementary School Attleboro 2.1 mi 5.0
ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL Attleboro 2.3 mi 4.1
Attleboro High Attleboro 2.1 mi 6.2
Attleboro Community Academy Attleboro 2.1 mi 2.6
Attleboro Virtual Academy Attleboro 2.1 mi 2.9
Thomas Willett Elementary School Attleboro 2.4 mi 4.6
Cyril K. Brennan Middle School Attleboro 2.2 mi 5.4
AMEGO Attleboro 2.6 mi 7.3
BISHOP FEEHAN Attleboro 3.6 mi 4.4
LITTLE BLESSINGS PRESCHOOL Attleboro 4.0 mi
THE PINECROFT SCHOOL Rehoboth 3.4 mi 4.8
J C Solmonese Norton 3.8 mi 5.2
Falls North Attleborough 4.4 mi 5.5
Hill-Roberts Elementary School Attleboro 3.6 mi 7.3
Dorothy L Beckwith Rehoboth 4.7 mi 5.8
Flora S. Curtis School Pawtucket 3.7 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,352

Median Home Value

$409,400

Median Rent

$1,446/mo

Population

46,479

College Educated

33.7%

Homeownership

66.1%

Avg Commute

30.1 min

Poverty Rate

9.2%

Median Age

39.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wamsutta Middle School

What grades does Wamsutta Middle School serve?

Wamsutta Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Wamsutta Middle School?

Wamsutta Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 580 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wamsutta Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wamsutta Middle School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wamsutta Middle School rank in MA?

Wamsutta Middle School ranks #1,442 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Wamsutta Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wamsutta Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Wamsutta Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wamsutta Middle School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Wamsutta Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Wamsutta Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
13 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
580
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Bristol County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.4%

District

Attleboro
District Enrollment
6,057
Schools in District
12
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,929
District Rank
#7 of 12

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