Serving 318 students in grades 6-8, Broad Meadows 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 30% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (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 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Broad Meadows Middle School's student population of 318 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
318 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1957
School Rankings
Broad Meadows 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 Broad Meadows Middle School is 0.64, 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
#1147 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
7%
Hispanic
10%
25%
Black
9%
10%
White
54%
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
54%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Broad Meadows Middle School's ranking?
Broad Meadows Middle School is ranked #1147 out of 1,626 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?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Broad Meadows Middle School?
318 students attend Broad Meadows Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Broad Meadows Middle School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Broad Meadows Middle School?
Broad Meadows Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Broad Meadows Middle School offer ?
Broad Meadows Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Broad Meadows Middle School part of?
Broad Meadows Middle School is part of Quincy School District.
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