Serving 404 students in grades 5-7, Wareham 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 21% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-7
- Enrollment: 404 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wareham Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wareham Middle School's student population of 404 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-7
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
404 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Wareham 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 Wareham Middle School is 0.59, 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
#1327 out of 1631 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
11%
25%
Black
9%
10%
White
61%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
5%
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 Wareham Middle School's ranking?
Wareham Middle School is ranked #1327 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Wareham Middle School often compared to?
Wareham Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Plymouth South Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Wareham Middle School?
404 students attend Wareham Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Wareham Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wareham Middle School?
Wareham Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wareham Middle School offer ?
Wareham Middle School offers enrollment in grades 5-7 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wareham Middle School part of?
Wareham Middle School is part of Wareham School District.
In what neighborhood is Wareham Middle School located?
Wareham Middle School is located in the Wareham Center neighborhood of Wareham, MA. There are 3 other public schools located in Wareham Center.
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