Excellent
#17 of 1,793 schools in MA
Top 1% in state
Wellesley Middle
Middle School · Wellesley
50 Kingsbury Street, Wellesley, MA 02481
Enrollment
919
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
9.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
919
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
9.6
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Massachusetts schools
#17 of 1,793
In Wellesley
#2 of 10
public schools
In district
#2 of 10
Wellesley
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Wellesley Middle
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About Wellesley Middle
Wellesley Middle is a public middle school in Wellesley, MA, part of Wellesley. Wellesley Middle serves approximately 919 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Wellesley Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 out of 10 and ranks #17 of 1,793 schools in MA.
Structured state assessment records for Wellesley Middle show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
- This school 9.6 · Excellent
- MA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Wellesley Middle sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Wellesley Middle — Students at Wellesley Middle score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)
Based on 88 test records from MA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 9.4/10.
How Wellesley Middle Compares
See how Wellesley Middle performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
50 Kingsbury Street, Wellesley, MA 02481
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wellesley Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. John D Hardy (rated 9.8/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Newman Elementary (rated 9.6/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Needham), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Weston High (rated 9.4/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Weston), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Wellesley, see our Wellesley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sprague Elementary School Wellesley | 0.4 mi | 7.8 |
| Hunnewell Wellesley | 0.6 mi | 9.0 |
| Wellesley Sr High Wellesley | 0.5 mi | 8.9 |
| DANA HALL SCHOOL Wellesley | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Ernest F Upham Wellesley | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| TENACRE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Wellesley | 1.1 mi | 7.7 |
| MONTESSORI DAY SCHOOL OF WELLESLEY HILLS Wellesley Hls | 0.9 mi | — |
| Katharine Lee Bates Wellesley | 1.1 mi | 9.3 |
| John D Hardy Wellesley | 1.1 mi | 9.8 |
| ST JOHN SCHOOL Wellesley | 2.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Weston Middle Weston | 2.5 mi | 8.3 |
| Weston High Weston | 2.6 mi | 9.4 |
| Lilja Elementary Natick | 2.0 mi | 6.6 |
| THE TREMONT SCHOOL Weston | 2.5 mi | — |
| THE RIVERS SCHOOL Weston | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| RIVERBEND SCHOOL Natick | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Schofield Wellesley | 2.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Newman Elementary Needham | 2.3 mi | 9.6 |
| Preschool at Wellesley Schools Wellesley | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
| Sunita L. Williams Elementary Needham | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 02481 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$1,642,700
Median Rent
$3,064/mo
Population
17,262
College Educated
90.1%
Homeownership
87.2%
Avg Commute
27.7 min
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Median Age
36.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Charles E Brown Middle Newton Centre, MA | 9.4 |
| Concord Middle Concord, MA | 9.4 |
| E W Thurston Middle Westwood, MA | 9.4 |
| Jonas Clarke Middle Lexington, MA | 9.3 |
| Ottoson Middle Arlington, MA | 9.3 |
| Wayland Middle School Wayland, MA | 9.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wellesley Middle
What grades does Wellesley Middle serve?
Wellesley Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Wellesley Middle?
Wellesley Middle has an enrollment of approximately 919 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wellesley Middle?
The student-teacher ratio at Wellesley Middle is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wellesley Middle rank in MA?
Wellesley Middle ranks #17 of 1,793 schools in MA.
What is Wellesley Middle's MySchoolScout rating?
Wellesley Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 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 Wellesley Middle?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wellesley Middle has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).
Is Wellesley Middle a charter school?
No, Wellesley Middle is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wellesley Middle a Title I school?
No, Wellesley 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
- 919
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 104
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Norfolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.7%
- Phone
- (781) 446-6235
Resources & Links
District
Wellesley- District Enrollment
- 4,101
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,216
- District Rank
- #2 of 10
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