Serving 270 students in grades 6-8, Millis Middle School ranks in the top 30% 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 52% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Millis Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Millis Middle School's student population of 270 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
270 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Millis Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Millis Middle School is 0.27, 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
#439 out of 1631 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
7%
24%
Black
1%
10%
White
85%
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
19%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Millis Middle School's ranking?
Millis Middle School is ranked #439 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Millis Middle School?
270 students attend Millis Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Millis Middle School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Millis Middle School?
Millis Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Millis Middle School offer ?
Millis Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Millis Middle School part of?
Millis Middle School is part of Millis School District.
In what neighborhood is Millis Middle School located?
Millis Middle School is located in the Millis Clicquot neighborhood of Millis, MA. There are 2 other public schools located in Millis Clicquot.
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