Serving 543 students in grades 6-8, Blanchard Middle School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blanchard Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Blanchard Middle School's student population of 543 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
543 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Blanchard Middle School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blanchard Middle School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#68 out of 1631 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
36%
7%
Hispanic
7%
24%
Black
1%
10%
White
55%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blanchard Middle School's ranking?
Blanchard Middle School is ranked #68 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Blanchard Middle School often compared to?
Blanchard Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stony Brook School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Blanchard Middle School?
543 students attend Blanchard Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Blanchard Middle School students are White, 36% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Blanchard Middle School?
Blanchard Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Blanchard Middle School offer ?
Blanchard Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Blanchard Middle School part of?
Blanchard Middle School is part of Westford School District.
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