Serving 580 students in grades 5-8, Wamsutta 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 37% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 580 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wamsutta Middle School's student population of 580 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
580 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Wamsutta 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 Wamsutta Middle School is 0.60, 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
#966 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
18%
25%
Black
7%
10%
White
60%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Wamsutta Middle School's ranking?
Wamsutta Middle School is ranked #966 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Wamsutta Middle School often compared to?
Wamsutta Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cyril K. Brennan Middle School, Robert J. Coelho Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Wamsutta Middle School?
580 students attend Wamsutta Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Wamsutta Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wamsutta Middle School?
Wamsutta Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wamsutta Middle School offer ?
Wamsutta Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wamsutta Middle School part of?
Wamsutta Middle School is part of Attleboro School District.
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