Serving 463 students in grades 5-8, Athol-royalston 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 21% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 463 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Athol-royalston Middle School's student population of 463 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
463 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
We foster academic excellence by implementing best practices, improving facilities, appreciating diversity, and requiring accountability.
School Rankings
Athol-royalston Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Athol-royalston Middle School is 0.38, 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
#1439 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
17%
25%
Black
1%
10%
White
77%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Athol-royalston Middle School's ranking?
Athol-royalston Middle School is ranked #1439 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Athol-royalston Middle School often compared to?
Athol-royalston Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ralph C Mahar Regional by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Athol-royalston Middle School?
463 students attend Athol-royalston Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Athol-royalston Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Athol-royalston Middle School?
Athol-royalston Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Athol-royalston Middle School offer ?
Athol-royalston Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Athol-royalston Middle School part of?
Athol-royalston Middle School is part of Athol-Royalston School District.
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