Excellent
#230 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 13% in state
Watertown Middle
Middle School · Watertown
68 Waverley Avenue, Watertown, MA 02472
Enrollment
551
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
8.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
551
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
8.4
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#230 of 1,793
In Watertown
#4 of 5
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Watertown
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Watertown Middle
Middle School in Watertown · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Watertown Middle
Watertown Middle is a public middle school in Watertown, MA, part of Watertown. Watertown Middle serves approximately 551 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Watertown Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #230 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Watertown Middle show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- MA avg 6.4
Score Breakdown
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Watertown Middle — Students at Watertown Middle score 46% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 88 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.0/10.
How Watertown Middle Compares
See how Watertown Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
68 Waverley Avenue, Watertown, MA 02472
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Watertown Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Bigelow Middle (rated 9.1/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Newton), which scores slightly higher. Another option is F A Day Middle (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Newtonville), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Winthrop L Chenery Middle (rated 7.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Belmont), a more accessible option. For more schools in Watertown, see our Watertown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Watertown High Watertown | 0.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Cunniff Watertown | 0.5 mi | 8.9 |
| James Russell Lowell Watertown | 0.5 mi | 8.9 |
| WALDORF HIGH SCHOOL OF MASSACHUSETTS BAY Belmont | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Lincoln-Eliot Newton | 0.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Daniel Butler Belmont | 0.9 mi | 7.8 |
| JEWISH COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL, INC DBA JCDS BOSTONS Watertown | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| CLEARWAY SCHOOL Newton | 1.2 mi | 5.8 |
| DEARBORN ACADEMY Newton | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Underwood Newton Corner | 1.3 mi | 9.1 |
| PERKINS SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND Watertown | 1.1 mi | 8.8 |
| James Fitzgerald Elementary School Waltham | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Horace Mann Newtonville | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Bigelow Middle Newton | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| ARLINGTON SCHOOL Belmont | 1.6 mi | 5.7 |
| Hosmer Watertown | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| BELMONT DAY SCHOOL Belmont | 1.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Winthrop L Chenery Middle Belmont | 1.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Cabot Newtonville | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| F A Day Middle Newtonville | 1.5 mi | 8.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02472 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$123,383
Median Home Value
$737,600
Median Rent
$2,356/mo
Population
35,317
College Educated
67.1%
Homeownership
48.8%
Avg Commute
26.2 min
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
38.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dover-Sherborn Regional Middle School Dover, MA | 8.4 |
| Amherst Regional Middle School Amherst, MA | 8.3 |
| Marblehead Veterans Middle School Marblehead, MA | 8.3 |
| Rupert A Nock Middle Newburyport, MA | 8.5 |
| South Middle School Braintree, MA | 8.5 |
| Weston Middle Weston, MA | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Watertown Middle
What grades does Watertown Middle serve?
Watertown Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Watertown Middle?
Watertown Middle has an enrollment of approximately 551 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Watertown Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Watertown 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 Watertown Middle rank in MA?
Watertown Middle ranks #230 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Watertown Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Watertown Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Watertown Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Watertown Middle has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Watertown Middle a charter school?
No, Watertown Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Watertown Middle a Title I school?
No, Watertown Middle is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 551
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Middlesex County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.3%
- Phone
- (617) 926-7783
Resources & Links
District
Watertown- District Enrollment
- 2,717
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,148
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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