F Top 96%

Athol-Royalston Middle School

Grades 05-08 ATHOL, MA

Moved up 9 places from 2024 to 2025

#338 State Rank
F District Grade
1062 Pleasant Street, ATHOL, MA 01331
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
418 Students
90.9% Attendance Rate
26.9 Composite Score

MCAS score comparisons

Students meeting or exceeding expectations · 2025 results

Each subject shows the average of published grade percentages, without weighting by enrollment. The bars compare available years on a 0–100% scale. Grade coverage and student groups can change between years.

CIV

19% Meeting or exceeding expectations

1% exceeding expectations

English Language Arts

19% Meeting or exceeding expectations

3.5% exceeding expectations

2023 27% 27%
2024 22% 22%
2025 19% 19%

Mathematics

17.5% Meeting or exceeding expectations

1% exceeding expectations

2023 21% 21%
2024 16% 16%
2025 17.5% 17.5%

Science

12% Meeting or exceeding expectations

1% exceeding expectations

2023 30.5% 30.5%
2024 21% 21%
2025 12% 12%
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Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025CIV08 19%1%
2025English Language Arts05 4%—
2025English Language Arts06 30%5%
2025English Language Arts07 21%—
2025English Language Arts08 21%2%
2025Mathematics05 3%1%
2025Mathematics06 18%—
2025Mathematics07 25%1%
2025Mathematics08 24%—
2025Science05 9%1%
2025Science08 15%—
2024English Language Arts05 18%—
2024English Language Arts06 29%1%
2024English Language Arts07 15%3%
2024English Language Arts08 26%6%
2024Mathematics05 11%—
2024Mathematics06 13%—
2024Mathematics07 21%—
2024Mathematics08 19%2%
2024Science05 17%1%
2024Science08 25%2%
2023English Language Arts05 26%2%
2023English Language Arts06 25%5%
2023English Language Arts07 32%6%
2023English Language Arts08 25%2%
2023Mathematics05 22%—
2023Mathematics06 19%1%
2023Mathematics07 12%2%
2023Mathematics08 31%2%
2023Science05 38%7%
2023Science08 23%2%

MCAS subject percentages differ from the composite school rating, which combines available academic and school indicators. Letter grades and state ranks compare schools at the same level. A rank change describes relative position, not a percentage-point change in test scores. Read the rating methodology.

Student Demographics

418 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 73.9%
Hispanic 17.7%
Multiracial 5.3%
Black 2.6%
Asian 0.5%

Gender

51.2% Male
48.8% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 4.5%
Special Education 30.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch 61%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

90.9% Attendance Rate
29.9% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

1062 Pleasant Street, ATHOL, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Athol-Royalston Middle School's grade rating?

Athol-Royalston Middle School has earned a grade of F, ranked #338 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 96% of Massachusetts Combined schools. This rating is based on 2025 MCAS test scores, attendance rates, and other performance metrics from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

How many students attend Athol-Royalston Middle School?

Approximately 418 students are enrolled at Athol-Royalston Middle School.

How does Athol-Royalston Middle School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Athol-Royalston Middle School's proficiency rates are: CIV (19% proficient), English Language Arts (19% proficient), Mathematics (18% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Athol-Royalston Middle School?

Athol-Royalston Middle School has an attendance rate of 90.9%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Athol-Royalston Middle School part of?

Athol-Royalston Middle School is part of Athol-Royalston School District. For enrollment information, contact the district office or visit the school's website. Enrollment typically requires proof of residency within the district boundaries.

How are Massachusetts school ratings calculated?

School ratings are calculated using multiple data points from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), including MCAS test scores (proficiency and growth), attendance rates, graduation rates (for high schools), and student-teacher ratios. Schools are ranked by percentile against similar schools statewide.