Serving 346 students in grades 6-8, Oliver 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 22% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (which is lower 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oliver Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Oliver Middle School's student population of 346 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
346 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oliver 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 Oliver Middle School is 0.08, 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
#1447 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
96%
25%
Black
1%
10%
White
2%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
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 Oliver Middle School's ranking?
Oliver Middle School is ranked #1447 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Oliver Middle School?
346 students attend Oliver Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Oliver Middle School students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oliver Middle School?
Oliver Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Oliver Middle School offer ?
Oliver Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Oliver Middle School part of?
Oliver Middle School is part of Lawrence School District.
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