Serving 563 students in grades 7-8, Silver Lake Regional Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Silver Lake Regional Middle School's student population of 563 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
563 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 27, 2025
School Rankings
Silver Lake Regional Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Silver Lake Regional Middle School is 0.12, 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
#753 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
25%
Black
1%
10%
White
94%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
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 Silver Lake Regional Middle School's ranking?
Silver Lake Regional Middle School is ranked #753 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Silver Lake Regional Middle School often compared to?
Silver Lake Regional Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Duxbury Middle School, Rising Tide Charter Public School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Silver Lake Regional Middle School?
563 students attend Silver Lake Regional Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Silver Lake Regional Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Silver Lake Regional Middle School?
Silver Lake Regional Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Silver Lake Regional Middle School offer ?
Silver Lake Regional Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Silver Lake Regional Middle School part of?
Silver Lake Regional Middle School is part of Silver Lake School District.
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