Serving 787 students in grades 6-8, Bridgewater Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 787 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bridgewater Middle School's student population of 787 students has grown by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 63% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
787 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bridgewater Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bridgewater Middle School is 0.39, 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
#712 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
5%
25%
Black
12%
10%
White
77%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
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 is Bridgewater Middle School's ranking?
Bridgewater Middle School is ranked #712 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Bridgewater Middle School?
787 students attend Bridgewater Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Bridgewater Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bridgewater Middle School?
Bridgewater Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bridgewater Middle School offer ?
Bridgewater Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Bridgewater Middle School part of?
Bridgewater Middle School is part of Bridgewater-Raynham School District.
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