Serving 378 students in grades 6-8, Miles River Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Miles River 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Miles River Middle School's student population of 378 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
378 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1998
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 18, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Knowledge • Respect • Responsibility • Excellence
School Mascot
Generals
School Rankings
Miles River Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Miles River Middle School is 0.26, 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
#217 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
5%
25%
Black
n/a
10%
White
86%
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
8%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Generals
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miles River Middle School's ranking?
Miles River Middle School is ranked #217 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Miles River Middle School often compared to?
Miles River Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Masconomet Regional 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?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Miles River Middle School?
378 students attend Miles River Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Miles River Middle School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Miles River Middle School?
Miles River Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Miles River Middle School offer ?
Miles River Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Miles River Middle School part of?
Miles River Middle School is part of Hamilton-Wenham School District.
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