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Whitman Middle

Middle School · Whitman-Hanson

101 Corthell Avenue, Whitman, MA 02382

Enrollment

507

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

4.5

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#1,506 of 1,793

In Whitman

#4 of 5

public schools

In district

#6 of 7

Whitman-Hanson

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Whitman Middle

4.5/10

Middle School in Whitman · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.8/10

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About Whitman Middle

Whitman Middle is a public middle school in Whitman, MA, part of Whitman-Hanson. Whitman Middle serves approximately 507 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Whitman Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,506 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Whitman Middle show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.2 pts below district
  • This school 4.5 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.7
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-3.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.8% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency31.5% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg-6.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.4 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-18.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment6.5Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,470
Chronic Absenteeism7.1%

Whitman Middle — Students at Whitman Middle score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 37.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
41.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 48.3% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
49%
ELA
78%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
48%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
50%
ELA
72%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
73%
2014
Math
45%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
74%
2016
Math
44%
ELA
41%
2017
Math
40%
ELA
44%
2018
Math
45%
ELA
55%
2019
Math
45.2%
ELA
55.2%
2020*
Math
35%
ELA
51%
2021*
Math
34.8%
ELA
51.6%
2022
Math
30.2%
ELA
37%
2023
Math
31.8%
ELA
40.3%
2024
Math
25.5%
ELA
33.8%
2025
Math
35.8%
ELA
31.5%

* 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: 3.3/10.

How Whitman Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
4.5/10
16th percentile in MA
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
6.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
39 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.1%

Location

101 Corthell Avenue, Whitman, MA 02382

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Whitman Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Ashfield Middle School (rated 7.7/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Brockton), which scores notably higher. Another option is East Middle School (rated 6.2/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Brockton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Abington Middle School (rated 5.1/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Abington), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Whitman, see our Whitman schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Louise A Conley Whitman 0.5 mi 7.8
Mary E. Baker School Brockton 2.0 mi 6.6
Downey Brockton 1.9 mi 5.9
CARDINAL SPELLMAN HIGH SCHOOL Brockton 2.1 mi 5.2
Abington High Abington 2.8 mi 5.1
Abington Middle School Abington 2.8 mi 5.1
Abington Early Education Program Abington 2.8 mi 3.3
John H Duval Whitman 2.1 mi 5.6
Beaver Brook Elementary Abington 2.9 mi 7.5
ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Abington 2.8 mi 4.2
East Middle School Brockton 2.3 mi 6.2
Ashfield Middle School Brockton 2.6 mi 7.7
HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF MA East Bridgewater 2.9 mi
Edgar B Davis Brockton 2.7 mi 5.6
Central East Bridgewater 3.4 mi 8.8
PROMISE College and Career Academy Brockton 2.6 mi 5.2
Gordon W. Mitchell School East Bridgewater 3.5 mi 5.5
East Bridgewater JR./SR. High School East Bridgewater 3.5 mi 5.0
Whitman Hanson Regional Whitman 2.7 mi 6.0
The Pre-School Academy at Whitman Hanson Whitman 2.7 mi 3.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 02382 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,794

Median Home Value

$456,400

Median Rent

$1,785/mo

Population

15,215

College Educated

29.2%

Homeownership

72.8%

Avg Commute

35.6 min

Poverty Rate

7.5%

Median Age

40.3

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Arthur M Longsjo Middle School Fitchburg, MA 4.4
Charlton Middle School Charlton, MA 4.6
Dr Paul Nettle Haverhill, MA 4.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Whitman Middle

What grades does Whitman Middle serve?

Whitman Middle serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Whitman Middle?

Whitman Middle has an enrollment of approximately 507 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Whitman Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Whitman Middle is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Whitman Middle rank in MA?

Whitman Middle ranks #1,506 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Whitman Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Whitman Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Whitman Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Whitman Middle has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 48% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Whitman Middle a charter school?

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

Is Whitman Middle a Title I school?

No, Whitman Middle is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
507
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
39
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Plymouth County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.1%

District

Whitman-Hanson
District Enrollment
3,483
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,470
District Rank
#6 of 7

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