Grafton High School is a high school in Grafton, Massachusetts, United States. The school has an enrollment size of approximately 900 students in grades 9–12.
Serving 459 students in grades 7-8, Grafton 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 47% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Grafton Middle School's student population of 459 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
459 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1968
Colors
White, Green
School Rankings
Grafton 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 Grafton Middle School is 0.45, 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
#678 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
7%
Hispanic
7%
25%
Black
2%
10%
White
73%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gators
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grafton Middle School's ranking?
Grafton Middle School is ranked #678 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Grafton Middle School often compared to?
Grafton Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stacy Middle School, Sarah W Gibbons Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Grafton Middle School?
459 students attend Grafton Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Grafton Middle School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grafton Middle School?
Grafton Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Grafton Middle School offer ?
Grafton Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grafton Middle School part of?
Grafton Middle School is part of Grafton School District.
In what neighborhood is Grafton Middle School located?
Grafton Middle School is located in the North Grafton neighborhood of Grafton, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in North Grafton.
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