William H Taft Middle School serves 135 students in grades 8.
Minority enrollment was 88% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which was higher than the Massachusetts state average of 46% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 8
Total Students
135 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
7%
Hispanic
39%
24%
Black
41%
10%
White
12%
54%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend William H Taft Middle School?
135 students attend William H Taft Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of William H Taft Middle School students are Black, 39% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, and 8% of students are Asian.
What grades does William H Taft Middle School offer ?
William H Taft Middle School offers enrollment in grades 8
What school district is William H Taft Middle School part of?
William H Taft Middle School is part of Boston School District.
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