Serving 577 students in grades 5-8, Robert J. Coelho Middle School ranks in the bottom 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 46% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 577 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Robert J. Coelho Middle School's student population of 577 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
577 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Robert J. Coelho Middle 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 Robert J. Coelho Middle School is 0.56, 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
#922 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
14%
25%
Black
9%
10%
White
64%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Robert J. Coelho Middle School's ranking?
Robert J. Coelho Middle School is ranked #922 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Robert J. Coelho Middle School often compared to?
Robert J. Coelho Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cyril K. Brennan Middle School, Wamsutta Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Robert J. Coelho Middle School?
577 students attend Robert J. Coelho Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Robert J. Coelho Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Robert J. Coelho Middle School?
Robert J. Coelho Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Robert J. Coelho Middle School offer ?
Robert J. Coelho Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Robert J. Coelho Middle School part of?
Robert J. Coelho Middle School is part of Attleboro School District.
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