Serving 549 students in grades 5-7, Locke 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 35% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower 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 26% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 549 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Locke Middle School's student population of 549 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
549 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Locke Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Locke 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
#996 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
8%
24%
Black
3%
10%
White
74%
54%
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
19%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Locke Middle School's ranking?
Locke Middle School is ranked #996 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Locke Middle School often compared to?
Locke Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Marshall Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Locke Middle School?
549 students attend Locke Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Locke Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Locke Middle School?
Locke Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Locke Middle School offer ?
Locke Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-7 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Locke Middle School part of?
Locke Middle School is part of Billerica School District.
In what neighborhood is Locke Middle School located?
Locke Middle School is located in the Pinehurst neighborhood of Billerica, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Pinehurst.
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