C- Top 89%

Great Falls Middle School

Grades 06-08 MONTAGUE, MA

Moved down 13 places from 2024 to 2025

#316 State Rank
D District Grade
224 Turnpike Road, MONTAGUE, MA 01351
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
213 Students
93.9% Attendance Rate
30.4 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

17% Meeting or exceeding expectations

English Language Arts

17.7% Meeting or exceeding expectations

3% exceeding expectations

2023 17% 17%
2024 11.7% 11.7%
2025 17.7% 17.7%

Mathematics

16.7% Meeting or exceeding expectations

1% exceeding expectations

2023 12.7% 12.7%
2024 13.3% 13.3%
2025 16.7% 16.7%

Science

18% Meeting or exceeding expectations

1% exceeding expectations

2023 18% 18%
2024 30% 30%
2025 18% 18%
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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 17%—
2025English Language Arts06 20%—
2025English Language Arts07 25%3%
2025English Language Arts08 8%—
2025Mathematics06 11%—
2025Mathematics07 25%1%
2025Mathematics08 14%1%
2025Science08 18%1%
2024English Language Arts06 12%2%
2024English Language Arts07 7%—
2024English Language Arts08 16%—
2024Mathematics06 5%2%
2024Mathematics07 10%—
2024Mathematics08 25%—
2024Science08 30%1%
2023English Language Arts06 9%—
2023English Language Arts07 28%1%
2023English Language Arts08 14%2%
2023Mathematics06 4%—
2023Mathematics07 20%1%
2023Mathematics08 14%—
2023Science08 18%—

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

213 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 74.2%
Hispanic 16.4%
Multiracial 6.1%
Black 2.8%
Asian 0.5%

Gender

54% Male
45.1% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 4.2%
Special Education 26.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch 52.1%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

93.9% Attendance Rate
18.3% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

224 Turnpike Road, MONTAGUE, MA

C--Rated School

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Great Falls Middle School's grade rating?

Great Falls Middle School has earned a grade of C-, ranked #316 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 89% of Massachusetts Middle 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 Great Falls Middle School?

Approximately 213 students are enrolled at Great Falls Middle School.

How does Great Falls Middle School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Great Falls Middle School's proficiency rates are: CIV (17% proficient), English Language Arts (18% proficient), Mathematics (17% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Great Falls Middle School?

Great Falls Middle School has an attendance rate of 93.9%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Great Falls Middle School part of?

Great Falls Middle School is part of Gill-Montague 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.