Serving 742 students in grades 6-8, Wm H Galvin Middle School ranks in the top 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 44% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is higher 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 38% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 742 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wm H Galvin Middle School's student population of 742 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
742 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
School Rankings
Wm H Galvin Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wm H Galvin Middle School is 0.58, 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
#713 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
7%
Hispanic
9%
25%
Black
13%
10%
White
62%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
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 Wm H Galvin Middle School's ranking?
Wm H Galvin Middle School is ranked #713 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Wm H Galvin Middle School often compared to?
Wm H Galvin Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charles S Pierce Middle School, Dr. Philip O. Coakley Middle School, Sharon Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Wm H Galvin Middle School?
742 students attend Wm H Galvin Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Wm H Galvin Middle School students are White, 13% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wm H Galvin Middle School?
Wm H Galvin Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wm H Galvin Middle School offer ?
Wm H Galvin Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wm H Galvin Middle School part of?
Wm H Galvin Middle School is part of Canton School District.
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