C+ Top 66%

Ralph B O'Maley Middle School

Grades 06-08 GLOUCESTER, MA

Moved up 29 places from 2024 to 2025

#233 State Rank
C- District Grade
32 Cherry Street, GLOUCESTER, MA 01930
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
594 Students
92.3% Attendance Rate
37.6 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

28% Meeting or exceeding expectations

2% exceeding expectations

English Language Arts

37.3% Meeting or exceeding expectations

8% exceeding expectations

2023 37% 37%
2024 32.3% 32.3%
2025 37.3% 37.3%

Mathematics

27.3% Meeting or exceeding expectations

3.7% exceeding expectations

2023 30.3% 30.3%
2024 23.7% 23.7%
2025 27.3% 27.3%

Science

34% Meeting or exceeding expectations

4% exceeding expectations

2023 38% 38%
2024 37% 37%
2025 34% 34%
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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 28%2%
2025English Language Arts06 38%7%
2025English Language Arts07 37%7%
2025English Language Arts08 37%10%
2025Mathematics06 31%2%
2025Mathematics07 26%5%
2025Mathematics08 25%4%
2025Science08 34%4%
2024English Language Arts06 31%8%
2024English Language Arts07 34%5%
2024English Language Arts08 32%5%
2024Mathematics06 23%3%
2024Mathematics07 22%3%
2024Mathematics08 26%2%
2024Science08 37%2%
2023English Language Arts06 42%6%
2023English Language Arts07 37%3%
2023English Language Arts08 32%6%
2023Mathematics06 33%6%
2023Mathematics07 34%3%
2023Mathematics08 24%4%
2023Science08 38%6%

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

594 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 73.2%
Hispanic 17.7%
Multiracial 5.1%
Black 2.7%
Asian 0.8%

Gender

48.5% Male
51.3% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 6.6%
Special Education 25.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch 46%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

92.3% Attendance Rate
25.7% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

32 Cherry Street, GLOUCESTER, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ralph B O'Maley Middle School's grade rating?

Ralph B O'Maley Middle School has earned a grade of C+, ranked #233 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 66% 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 Ralph B O'Maley Middle School?

Approximately 594 students are enrolled at Ralph B O'Maley Middle School.

How does Ralph B O'Maley Middle School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Ralph B O'Maley Middle School's proficiency rates are: CIV (28% proficient), English Language Arts (37% proficient), Mathematics (27% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Ralph B O'Maley Middle School?

Ralph B O'Maley Middle School has an attendance rate of 92.3%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Ralph B O'Maley Middle School part of?

Ralph B O'Maley Middle School is part of Gloucester 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.