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Wilmington Middle School

Middle School · Wilmington

25 Carter Lane, Wilmington, MA 01887

Enrollment

781

Student-Teacher

10:1

Score

6.7

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#754 of 1,793

In Wilmington

#5 of 7

public schools

In district

#5 of 7

Wilmington

School environment

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Wilmington Middle School

6.7/10

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

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6.9/10

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About Wilmington Middle School

Wilmington Middle School is a public middle school in Wilmington, MA, part of Wilmington. Wilmington Middle School serves approximately 781 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Wilmington Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #754 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Wilmington Middle School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares0.3 pts above MA schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • MA avg 6.4

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.1Average40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data17
Annual Change-2.17 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency54% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47.2% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+11.8 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+4.4 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected-6.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile53th
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,881
Chronic Absenteeism9.9%

Wilmington Middle School — Students at Wilmington Middle School score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 56.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
41.0% (multi-year state average, 2019-2025)
ELA Proficiency 54.4% (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
61%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
58%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
66%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
79%
2013
Math
60%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
80%
2015
Math
61%
ELA
80%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
64%
ELA
54%
2018
Math
68%
ELA
61%
2019
Math
68.2%
ELA
61.6%
2020*
Math
48%
ELA
49%
2021*
Math
47.6%
ELA
48.6%
2022
Math
48.2%
ELA
38%
2023
Math
51.8%
ELA
40.5%
2024
Math
53%
ELA
46%
2025
Math
54%
ELA
47.3%

* 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: 5.1/10.

How Wilmington Middle School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.7/10
58th percentile in MA
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
5.1/10
Average
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
78 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.9%

Location

25 Carter Lane, Wilmington, MA 01887

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wilmington Middle School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Marshall Simonds Middle (rated 8.7/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Burlington), which scores notably higher. Another option is Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School (rated 8.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Billerica), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wilmington High (rated 7.9/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wilmington, see our Wilmington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.2 mi
School Distance Rating
West Intermediate Wilmington 0.1 mi 6.9
Boutwell Wilmington 0.2 mi 6.0
Shawsheen Elementary Wilmington 1.2 mi 6.6
Fox Hill Burlington 1.4 mi 6.6
ABUNDANT LIFE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Wilmington 1.3 mi 6.8
Wilmington High Wilmington 1.3 mi 7.9
TENDER LEARNING CENTRE Wilmington 1.4 mi
Shawsheen Valley Vocational Technical High School Billerica 1.5 mi 8.2
Pine Glen Elementary Burlington 2.1 mi 6.8
Thomas Ditson Billerica 2.0 mi 5.7
North Intermediate Wilmington 2.6 mi 7.2
Woburn Street Wilmington 2.4 mi 7.3
Mary D Altavesta Woburn 2.8 mi 2.7
Heath-Brook Tewksbury 2.8 mi 7.1
BURLINGTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Burlington 3.2 mi
MOUNT HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Burlington 3.2 mi 6.7
John F Kennedy Billerica 2.5 mi 7.3
Marshall Simonds Middle Burlington 3.3 mi 8.7
Memorial Burlington 3.4 mi 7.6
Linscott-Rumford Woburn 3.2 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01887 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$161,473

Median Home Value

$646,200

Median Rent

$2,412/mo

Population

23,195

College Educated

49.2%

Homeownership

86.9%

Avg Commute

29.9 min

Poverty Rate

3%

Median Age

42.1

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Ashland Middle Ashland, MA 6.7
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B.F. Butler Middle School Lowell, MA 6.8
Birchland Park East Longmeadow, MA 6.8
Central Middle Quincy, MA 6.8
Keith Middle School New Bedford, MA 6.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wilmington Middle School

What grades does Wilmington Middle School serve?

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

How many students attend Wilmington Middle School?

Wilmington Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 781 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Wilmington Middle School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wilmington Middle School rank in MA?

Wilmington Middle School ranks #754 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Wilmington Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wilmington Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 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 Wilmington Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wilmington Middle School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Wilmington Middle School a charter school?

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

Is Wilmington Middle School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
781
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers (FTE)
78
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.9%

District

Wilmington
District Enrollment
2,760
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,881
District Rank
#5 of 7

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