Serving 817 students in grades 6-8, Marshall Simonds 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 50% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 817 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Marshall Simonds Middle School's student population of 817 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
817 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Marshall Simonds 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 Marshall Simonds Middle School is 0.59, 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
#556 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
7%
Hispanic
10%
24%
Black
6%
10%
White
61%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Marshall Simonds Middle School's ranking?
Marshall Simonds Middle School is ranked #556 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?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Marshall Simonds Middle School?
817 students attend Marshall Simonds Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Marshall Simonds Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Marshall Simonds Middle School?
Marshall Simonds Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Marshall Simonds Middle School offer ?
Marshall Simonds Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Marshall Simonds Middle School part of?
Marshall Simonds Middle School is part of Burlington School District.
School Reviews
5 12/6/2018
This is a safe and fun school to learn at. I am in 6th grade. On B team. I am very athletic I play hockey and lacrosse. The gym classes are great we do enough running and a bunch of different sports.
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