Serving 650 students in grades 6-8, Concord Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 58% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 650 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Concord Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Concord Middle School's student population of 650 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 64 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
650 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
64 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Concord Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Concord Middle School is 0.44, 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
#319 out of 1631 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
7%
Hispanic
8%
24%
Black
4%
10%
White
74%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
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 Concord Middle School's ranking?
Concord Middle School is ranked #319 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
58% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Concord Middle School?
650 students attend Concord Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Concord Middle School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Concord Middle School?
Concord Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Concord Middle School offer ?
Concord Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Concord Middle School part of?
Concord Middle School is part of Concord School District.
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