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#55 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 3% in state

Wayland Middle School

Middle School · Wayland

201 Main Street, Wayland, MA 01778

Enrollment

667

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

9.3

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#55 of 1,793

In Wayland

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Wayland

Equity

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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9.3/10

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About Wayland Middle School

Wayland Middle School is a public middle school in Wayland, MA, part of Wayland. Wayland Middle School serves approximately 667 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Wayland Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #55 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Wayland Middle School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares2.9 pts above MA schools
  • This school 9.3 · Excellent
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-0.04 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics9.6Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency78.5% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77.2% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+36.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+34.4 pts
Overall Proficiency78% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+18.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
Resources & Environment9.3Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,972
Chronic Absenteeism8.7%

Wayland Middle School — Students at Wayland Middle School score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 76.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
41.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 78.3% (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

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
81%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
84%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
86%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
91%
2014
Math
85%
ELA
90%
2015
Math
84%
ELA
91%
2016
Math
79%
ELA
79%
2017
Math
80%
ELA
81%
2018
Math
78%
ELA
79%
2019
Math
78.2%
ELA
79%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
74%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
73.8%
2022
Math
74%
ELA
70.8%
2023
Math
76%
ELA
73.3%
2024
Math
75.8%
ELA
74.3%
2025
Math
78.5%
ELA
77.3%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How Wayland Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
9.3/10
97th percentile in MA
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
9.3/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
59 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.7%

Location

201 Main Street, Wayland, MA 01778

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wayland Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Wilson Middle (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Natick), with a comparable rating. Another option is J F Kennedy Middle School (rated 8.9/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Natick), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Christa McAuliffe Charter School (rated 4.8/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Framingham), a more accessible option. For more schools in Wayland, see our Wayland schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
VERITAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wayland 0.6 mi 7.1
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF NATICK Natick 1.0 mi
Loker School Wayland 0.8 mi 8.9
Happy Hollow School Wayland 1.0 mi 9.5
Bennett-Hemenway Natick 1.1 mi 8.8
Wilson Middle Natick 1.5 mi 8.9
Wayland High School Wayland 1.4 mi 9.4
BRANDON SCHOOL & RESIDENTAL TREATMENT Natick 1.4 mi 8.2
WALNUT HILL SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Natick 2.4 mi 7.2
Christa McAuliffe Charter School Framingham 2.0 mi 4.8
The Children's Way Preschool Wayland 2.6 mi
THE RIVERS SCHOOL Weston 1.9 mi 6.0
Mary E Stapleton Elementary Framingham 2.0 mi 4.0
RCS LEARNING CENTER Natick 2.4 mi 6.6
Cameron Middle School Framingham 2.1 mi 4.0
Brown Natick 2.5 mi 9.0
J F Kennedy Middle School Natick 2.6 mi 8.9
Framingham High School Framingham 2.2 mi 4.6
Lilja Elementary Natick 2.6 mi 6.6
Johnson Natick 3.2 mi 9.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01778 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$219,531

Median Home Value

$935,700

Median Rent

$1,403/mo

Population

13,915

College Educated

77.7%

Homeownership

90.5%

Avg Commute

30.8 min

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Median Age

44.7

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Doherty Middle Andover, MA 9.4
E W Thurston Middle Westwood, MA 9.4
Andover West Middle Andover, MA 9.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wayland Middle School

What grades does Wayland Middle School serve?

Wayland Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Wayland Middle School?

Wayland Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 667 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Wayland Middle School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wayland Middle School rank in MA?

Wayland Middle School ranks #55 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Wayland Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wayland Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Wayland Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wayland Middle School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Wayland Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Wayland Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
39 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
667
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
59
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.7%

District

Wayland
District Enrollment
2,745
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,972
District Rank
#3 of 5

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