Summary:
The Southbridge area has only one middle school, Southbridge Middle School, which serves grades 6-8. The school is part of the Southbridge school district, which is ranked 346 out of 348 districts in Massachusetts and has a 0-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Southbridge Middle School is not a standout performer, ranking 376 out of 484 Massachusetts middle schools for the 2024-2025 school year with a 1-star rating. The school's performance on MCAS Next Generation assessments is significantly below the state average across all grade levels and subject areas, with proficiency rates ranging from 14.29% to 29.63%. The school's performance has declined over the past three years, with its statewide ranking dropping from 397 out of 493 middle schools in 2023-2024 to 376 out of 484 in 2024-2025.
Despite higher-than-average spending per student at $19,218, the school's academic performance remains poor, suggesting that the resources are not being effectively utilized to improve student outcomes. The data indicates that Southbridge Middle School is facing significant challenges in meeting the educational needs of its students, and further investigation into the root causes and implementation of targeted interventions may be necessary to improve the school's performance.
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