Serving 565 students in grades 6-8, Arthur M Longsjo Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 565 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arthur M Longsjo Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Arthur M Longsjo Middle School's student population of 565 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
565 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arthur M Longsjo Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arthur M Longsjo Middle School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1502 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
56%
25%
Black
9%
10%
White
23%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arthur M Longsjo Middle School's ranking?
Arthur M Longsjo Middle School is ranked #1502 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Arthur M Longsjo Middle School often compared to?
Arthur M Longsjo Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Reingold Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Arthur M Longsjo Middle School?
565 students attend Arthur M Longsjo Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Arthur M Longsjo Middle School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arthur M Longsjo Middle School?
Arthur M Longsjo Middle School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Arthur M Longsjo Middle School offer ?
Arthur M Longsjo Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Arthur M Longsjo Middle School part of?
Arthur M Longsjo Middle School is part of Fitchburg School District.
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