For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,637 students in Braintree, MA.
The top ranked public middle schools in Braintree, MA are South Middle School and East Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Braintree, MA public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Massachusetts public middle school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 42% statewide average). Middle schools in Braintree have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Massachusetts public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public middle school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Braintree, MA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
220 Peach Street
Braintree, MA 02184
(781) 380-0160
Braintree, MA 02184
(781) 380-0160
Grades: 5-8
| 638 students
Rank: #22.
East Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
305 River St.
Braintree, MA 02184
(781) 380-0170
Braintree, MA 02184
(781) 380-0170
Grades: 5-8
| 999 students
Braintree, Massachusetts Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
46 Lincoln Street
Braintree, MA 02184
(781) 380-0250
Braintree, MA 02184
(781) 380-0250
Grades: K-1
| 91 students
25 Brow Avenue
Braintree, MA 02184
(781) 380-0220
Braintree, MA 02184
(781) 380-0220
Grades: K-5
| 184 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in Braintree, MA?
The top ranked public middle schools in Braintree, MA include South Middle School and East Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Braintree?
2 public middle schools are located in Braintree.
What is the racial composition of students in Braintree?
Braintree public middle schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Massachusetts public middle schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Which public middle schools in Braintree are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public middle schools in Braintree include: South Middle School vs. East Middle School, East Middle School vs. South Middle School
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