Serving 382 students in grades 6-8, Ipswich Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ipswich Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Ipswich Middle School's student population of 382 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Ipswich Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ipswich Middle School is 0.27, 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
#426 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
10%
25%
Black
1%
10%
White
85%
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
17%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Ipswich Middle School's ranking?
Ipswich Middle School is ranked #426 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Ipswich Middle School often compared to?
Ipswich Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ralph B O'maley Middle School, Manchester Essex Regional Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Ipswich Middle School?
382 students attend Ipswich Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Ipswich Middle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ipswich Middle School?
Ipswich Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ipswich Middle School offer ?
Ipswich Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ipswich Middle School part of?
Ipswich Middle School is part of Ipswich School District.
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