Serving 432 students in grades 6-8, Northbridge 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 32% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northbridge Middle School's student population of 432 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
432 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Northbridge 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 Northbridge Middle School is 0.30, 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
#1154 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
13%
25%
Black
n/a
10%
White
83%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
4%
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 Northbridge Middle School's ranking?
Northbridge Middle School is ranked #1154 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Northbridge Middle School often compared to?
Northbridge Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Webster Middle School, Miscoe Hill School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Northbridge Middle School?
432 students attend Northbridge Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Northbridge Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Northbridge Middle School?
Northbridge Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Northbridge Middle School offer ?
Northbridge Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Northbridge Middle School part of?
Northbridge Middle School is part of Northbridge School District.
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