Serving 828 students in grades 6-8, Ephraim Curtis Middle School ranks in the top 10% 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 70% (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 Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 828 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ephraim Curtis 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
Ephraim Curtis Middle School's student population of 828 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
828 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Ephraim Curtis Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ephraim Curtis Middle School is 0.44, 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
#96 out of 1631 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
41%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
44%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
44%

Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
7%

Hispanic
5%
25%

Black
4%
10%

White
74%
53%

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
5%
35%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Ephraim Curtis Middle School's ranking?
Ephraim Curtis Middle School is ranked #96 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
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 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Ephraim Curtis Middle School?
828 students attend Ephraim Curtis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Ephraim Curtis Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ephraim Curtis Middle School?
Ephraim Curtis Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ephraim Curtis Middle School offer ?
Ephraim Curtis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ephraim Curtis Middle School part of?
Ephraim Curtis Middle School is part of Sudbury School District.
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