Serving 932 students in grades 7-8, Forest Grove 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 19% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 932 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Forest Grove Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Forest Grove Middle School's student population of 932 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
932 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Forest Grove Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Forest Grove Middle School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1315 out of 1644 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
32%
23%
Black
15%
10%
White
41%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forest Grove Middle School's ranking?
Forest Grove Middle School is ranked #1315 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Forest Grove Middle School often compared to?
Forest Grove Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School, Flagg Street by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Forest Grove Middle School?
932 students attend Forest Grove Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Forest Grove Middle School students are White, 32% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Forest Grove Middle School?
Forest Grove Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Forest Grove Middle School offer ?
Forest Grove Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Forest Grove Middle School part of?
Forest Grove Middle School is part of Worcester School District.
In what neighborhood is Forest Grove Middle School located?
Forest Grove Middle School is located in the Forest Grove neighborhood of Worcester, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in Forest Grove.
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