Below Average
#1436 of 1,793 schools in MA
Webster Middle School
Middle School · Webster
75 Poland Street, Webster, MA 01570
Enrollment
592
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
4.7
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
592
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
4.7
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#1,436 of 1,793
In Webster
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Webster
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Webster Middle School
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About Webster Middle School
Webster Middle School is a public middle school in Webster, MA, part of Webster. Webster Middle School serves approximately 592 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Webster Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,436 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Webster Middle School show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Webster Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
34% of students at Webster Middle School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Webster Middle School — Students at Webster Middle School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 29%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 94 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: 6.8/10.
How Webster Middle School Compares
See how Webster Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
75 Poland Street, Webster, MA 01570
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Webster Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Putnam Middle School (rated 4.8/10, 8.6 miles away, in nearby Putnam), with a very similar rating. Another option is Charlton Middle School (rated 4.6/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Charlton), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Oxford Middle (rated 4.3/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Oxford), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Webster, see our Webster schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bartlett High School Webster | 0.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Park Avenue Elementary Webster | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| ALL SAINTS ACADEMY Webster | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Dudley Elementary Dudley | 1.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Mason Road School Dudley | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Dudley Middle School Dudley | 2.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Shepherd Hill Regional High Dudley | 2.5 mi | 4.8 |
| Alfred M Chaffee Oxford | 4.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Tourtellotte Memorial High School North Grosvenordale | 4.8 mi | 4.7 |
| Thompson Middle School North Grosvenordale | 4.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Mary R. Fisher Elementary School North Grosvenordale | 4.9 mi | 6.9 |
| MARIANAPOLIS PREP SCHOOL Thompson | 6.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Oxford High Oxford | 6.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Oxford Middle Oxford | 6.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Clara Barton Oxford | 7.5 mi | 5.9 |
| RIVER RUN ACADEMY AT THE SUSAN WAYNE CTR OF EXCEL Thompson | 7.4 mi | 7.1 |
| Heritage School Charlton | 6.9 mi | 3.9 |
| Charlton Middle School Charlton | 6.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Bay Path Regional Vocational Technical High School Charlton | 7.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Putnam Middle School Putnam | 8.6 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 01570 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,934
Median Home Value
$339,600
Median Rent
$1,135/mo
Population
17,674
College Educated
24.8%
Homeownership
58%
Avg Commute
29 min
Poverty Rate
15.4%
Median Age
40
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bellingham Memorial School Bellingham, MA | 4.8 |
| John F. Ryan Tewksbury, MA | 4.8 |
| Charlton Middle School Charlton, MA | 4.6 |
| Dr Paul Nettle Haverhill, MA | 4.6 |
| Morton Middle Fall River, MA | 4.6 |
| Wamsutta Middle School Attleboro, MA | 4.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Webster Middle School
What grades does Webster Middle School serve?
Webster Middle School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Webster Middle School?
Webster Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 592 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Webster Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Webster Middle School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Webster Middle School rank in MA?
Webster Middle School ranks #1,436 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Webster Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Webster Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Webster Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Webster Middle School has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025) and 22% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2025).
Is Webster Middle School a charter school?
No, Webster Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Webster Middle School a Title I school?
No, Webster Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 592
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 45
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Worcester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.8%
- Phone
- (508) 943-1922
Resources & Links
District
Webster- District Enrollment
- 1,699
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,018
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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