Serving 784 students in grades 6-7, Abigail Adams 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 31% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 784 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Math Proficiency: 31%
- Reading Proficiency: 43%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Abigail Adams Middle School's student population of 784 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
784 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Abigail Adams Middle School is 0.50, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)31%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)43%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
14%
25%
Black
8%
10%
White
69%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Abigail Adams Middle School?
784 students attend Abigail Adams Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Abigail Adams Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Abigail Adams Middle School?
Abigail Adams Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Abigail Adams Middle School offer ?
Abigail Adams Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-7 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Abigail Adams Middle School part of?
Abigail Adams Middle School is part of Weymouth School District.
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