Serving 636 students in grades 5-8, Miscoe Hill 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 32% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is lower 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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 636 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Miscoe Hill School's student population of 636 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
636 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Rankings
Miscoe Hill School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Miscoe Hill School is 0.22, 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
#980 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
7%
Hispanic
6%
25%
Black
1%
10%
White
88%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
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 Miscoe Hill School's ranking?
Miscoe Hill School is ranked #980 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Miscoe Hill School often compared to?
Miscoe Hill Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northbridge Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Miscoe Hill School?
636 students attend Miscoe Hill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Miscoe Hill School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Miscoe Hill School?
Miscoe Hill School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Miscoe Hill School offer ?
Miscoe Hill School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Miscoe Hill School part of?
Miscoe Hill School is part of Mendon-Upton School District.
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