Serving 623 students in grades 6-8, Duxbury 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 54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). 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 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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: 623 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Duxbury Middle School's student population of 623 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Dragons
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
623 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Year Founded
1866
School Colors
Green, Silver
School Rankings
Duxbury Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Duxbury Middle School is 0.13, 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
#422 out of 1631 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
3%
25%
Black
1%
10%
White
93%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Duxbury Middle School's ranking?
Duxbury Middle School is ranked #422 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Duxbury Middle School?
623 students attend Duxbury Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Duxbury Middle School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Duxbury Middle School?
Duxbury Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Duxbury Middle School offer ?
Duxbury Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Duxbury Middle School part of?
Duxbury Middle School is part of Duxbury School District.
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