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#118 of 1,793 schools in MA

Top 7% in state

Wilson Middle

Middle School · Natick

22 Rutledge Rd, Natick, MA 01760

Enrollment

748

Student-Teacher

9.6:1

Score

8.9

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Massachusetts schools

#118 of 1,793

In Natick

#4 of 8

public schools

In district

#4 of 8

Natick

Equity

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Wilson Middle

8.9/10

Middle School in Natick · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Wilson Middle

Wilson Middle is a public middle school in Natick, MA, part of Natick. Wilson Middle serves approximately 748 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Wilson Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #118 of 1,793 schools in MA.

Structured state assessment records for Wilson Middle show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.9 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.9
  • MA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Wilson Middle sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

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-0.01 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendStable
Academics8.9Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67.6% (2025 MCAS)
Reading/ELA Proficiency66.2% (2025 MCAS)
Math vs. State Avg+26.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+26.9 pts
Overall Proficiency67% (2025 MCAS, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2025 MCAS)
vs. Expected+10.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,203
Chronic Absenteeism10.6%

Wilson Middle — Students at Wilson Middle score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Test Scores MA MCAS (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 65.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
42.0% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)
ELA Proficiency 66.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
45.5% (multi-year state average, 2018-2025)

Based on 116 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
74%
ELA
84%
2010
Math
71%
ELA
83%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
81%
2012
Math
73%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
72%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
84%
2015
Math
74%
ELA
83%
2016
Math
64%
ELA
62%
2017
Math
66%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
66.5%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
68.7%
ELA
66.7%
2020*
Math
55%
ELA
64%
2021*
Math
55.2%
ELA
64%
2022
Math
64.8%
ELA
61.2%
2023
Math
66.2%
ELA
62.4%
2024
Math
65%
ELA
65%
2025
Math
67.6%
ELA
66.2%

* 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 Wilson Middle Compares

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

Overall Score
8.9/10
94th percentile in MA
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
9.1/10
Excellent
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
78 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.6%

Location

22 Rutledge Rd, Natick, MA 01760

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wilson Middle may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Wayland Middle School (rated 9.3/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Wayland), which scores slightly higher. Another option is J F Kennedy Middle School (rated 8.9/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Christa McAuliffe Charter School (rated 4.8/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Framingham), a more accessible option. For more schools in Natick, see our Natick schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Bennett-Hemenway Natick 0.4 mi 8.8
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF NATICK Natick 0.6 mi
WALNUT HILL SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS Natick 1.0 mi 7.2
Wayland Middle School Wayland 1.5 mi 9.3
VERITAS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Wayland 1.6 mi 7.1
Johnson Natick 1.7 mi 9.4
Natick High Natick 1.8 mi 8.1
BRANDON SCHOOL & RESIDENTAL TREATMENT Natick 1.5 mi 8.2
J F Kennedy Middle School Natick 1.5 mi 8.9
Brown Natick 1.6 mi 9.0
Loker School Wayland 2.0 mi 8.9
Lilja Elementary Natick 1.6 mi 6.6
RCS LEARNING CENTER Natick 1.6 mi 6.6
Happy Hollow School Wayland 2.5 mi 9.5
Christa McAuliffe Charter School Framingham 1.9 mi 4.8
THE RIVERS SCHOOL Weston 2.3 mi 6.0
Wayland High School Wayland 2.9 mi 9.4
Memorial Natick 2.8 mi 7.4
John D Hardy Wellesley 2.4 mi 9.8
Framingham High School Framingham 2.6 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 01760 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$134,644

Median Home Value

$740,700

Median Rent

$2,061/mo

Population

36,520

College Educated

69.5%

Homeownership

67.5%

Avg Commute

31.5 min

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Median Age

42.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
F A Day Middle Newtonville, MA 8.9
J F Kennedy Middle School Natick, MA 8.9
Raymond J Grey Junior High Acton, MA 8.9
Gibbs School Arlington, MA 8.8
Harold L Qualters Middle Mansfield, MA 8.8
John F Kennedy Middle Waltham, MA 8.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wilson Middle

What grades does Wilson Middle serve?

Wilson Middle serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Wilson Middle?

Wilson Middle has an enrollment of approximately 748 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wilson Middle?

The student-teacher ratio at Wilson Middle is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wilson Middle rank in MA?

Wilson Middle ranks #118 of 1,793 schools in MA.

What is Wilson Middle's MySchoolScout rating?

Wilson Middle has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Wilson Middle?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wilson Middle has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Wilson Middle a charter school?

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

Is Wilson Middle a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
75 Very Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
748
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
78
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Middlesex County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.6%

District

Natick
District Enrollment
5,303
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,203
District Rank
#4 of 8

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