Serving 922 students in grades 7-8, Ottoson Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 30% 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: 7-8
- Enrollment: 922 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 77% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ottoson Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ottoson Middle School's student population of 922 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
922 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ottoson Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ottoson Middle School is 0.49, 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
#91 out of 1631 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
7%
Hispanic
7%
24%
Black
4%
10%
White
70%
54%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
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 Ottoson Middle School's ranking?
Ottoson Middle School is ranked #91 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Ottoson Middle School?
922 students attend Ottoson Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Ottoson Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ottoson Middle School?
Ottoson Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ottoson Middle School offer ?
Ottoson Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ottoson Middle School part of?
Ottoson Middle School is part of Arlington School District.
In what neighborhood is Ottoson Middle School located?
Ottoson Middle School is located in the Arlington Heights neighborhood of Arlington, MA.
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