B- Top 57%

Charlton Middle School

Grades 05-08 CHARLTON, MA

Moved up 10 places from 2024 to 2025

#200 State Rank
B+ District Grade
2 Oxford Road, CHARLTON, MA 01507
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
623 Students
95.4% Attendance Rate
40.6 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

38% Meeting or exceeding expectations

1% exceeding expectations

English Language Arts

36.3% Meeting or exceeding expectations

3% exceeding expectations

2023 42.8% 42.8%
2024 33.5% 33.5%
2025 36.3% 36.3%

Mathematics

28.3% Meeting or exceeding expectations

2% exceeding expectations

2023 37% 37%
2024 29.8% 29.8%
2025 28.3% 28.3%

Science

40% Meeting or exceeding expectations

3% exceeding expectations

2023 44.5% 44.5%
2024 44.5% 44.5%
2025 40% 40%
View published results by year and grade
Available grade results for the latest 3 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025CIV08 38%1%
2025English Language Arts05 33%1%
2025English Language Arts06 30%1%
2025English Language Arts07 38%3%
2025English Language Arts08 44%7%
2025Mathematics05 24%2%
2025Mathematics06 23%1%
2025Mathematics07 35%4%
2025Mathematics08 31%1%
2025Science05 40%4%
2025Science08 40%2%
2024English Language Arts05 36%1%
2024English Language Arts06 25%3%
2024English Language Arts07 32%1%
2024English Language Arts08 41%5%
2024Mathematics05 33%1%
2024Mathematics06 31%4%
2024Mathematics07 35%3%
2024Mathematics08 20%1%
2024Science05 51%4%
2024Science08 38%1%
2023English Language Arts05 44%2%
2023English Language Arts06 40%4%
2023English Language Arts07 40%3%
2023English Language Arts08 47%10%
2023Mathematics05 39%2%
2023Mathematics06 42%1%
2023Mathematics07 35%1%
2023Mathematics08 32%1%
2023Science05 41%6%
2023Science08 48%3%

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

623 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 79.1%
Hispanic 11.4%
Multiracial 6.3%
Black 2.6%
Asian 0.6%

Gender

51.7% Male
48.3% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 0.8%
Special Education 17.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch 27.8%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

95.4% Attendance Rate
8.3% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

2 Oxford Road, CHARLTON, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Charlton Middle School's grade rating?

Charlton Middle School has earned a grade of B-, ranked #200 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 57% 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 Charlton Middle School?

Approximately 623 students are enrolled at Charlton Middle School.

How does Charlton Middle School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Charlton Middle School's proficiency rates are: CIV (38% proficient), English Language Arts (36% proficient), Mathematics (28% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Charlton Middle School?

Charlton Middle School has an attendance rate of 95.4%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Charlton Middle School part of?

Charlton Middle School is part of Dudley-Charlton Regional 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.