A Top 16%

Rupert A Nock Middle School

Grades 06-08 NEWBURYPORT, MA

Moved up 47 places from 2024 to 2025

#58 State Rank
A- District Grade
70 Low Street, NEWBURYPORT, MA 01950
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
498 Students
94.2% Attendance Rate
55.6 Composite Score
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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

50% Meeting or exceeding expectations

7% exceeding expectations

English Language Arts

64.3% Meeting or exceeding expectations

15.3% exceeding expectations

2023 56.3% 56.3%
2024 54.3% 54.3%
2025 64.3% 64.3%

Mathematics

52.3% Meeting or exceeding expectations

5.7% exceeding expectations

2023 50% 50%
2024 45.3% 45.3%
2025 52.3% 52.3%

Science

55% Meeting or exceeding expectations

11% exceeding expectations

2023 57% 57%
2024 50% 50%
2025 55% 55%
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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 50%7%
2025English Language Arts06 60%12%
2025English Language Arts07 70%15%
2025English Language Arts08 63%19%
2025Mathematics06 55%5%
2025Mathematics07 56%5%
2025Mathematics08 46%7%
2025Science08 55%11%
2024English Language Arts06 51%13%
2024English Language Arts07 54%10%
2024English Language Arts08 58%10%
2024Mathematics06 51%4%
2024Mathematics07 49%11%
2024Mathematics08 36%2%
2024Science08 50%4%
2023English Language Arts06 58%10%
2023English Language Arts07 59%15%
2023English Language Arts08 52%10%
2023Mathematics06 59%7%
2023Mathematics07 56%7%
2023Mathematics08 35%5%
2023Science08 57%7%

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

498 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 89%
Hispanic 5.4%
Multiracial 3.4%
Asian 1.4%
Black 0.8%

Gender

46% Male
53.8% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 1%
Special Education 23.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch 11.2%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

94.2% Attendance Rate
9.5% Chronic Absence

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Location

70 Low Street, NEWBURYPORT, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Rupert A Nock Middle School's grade rating?

Rupert A Nock Middle School has earned a grade of A, ranked #58 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 16% 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 Rupert A Nock Middle School?

Approximately 498 students are enrolled at Rupert A Nock Middle School.

How does Rupert A Nock Middle School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Rupert A Nock Middle School's proficiency rates are: CIV (50% proficient), English Language Arts (64% proficient), Mathematics (52% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Rupert A Nock Middle School?

Rupert A Nock Middle School has an attendance rate of 94.2%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Rupert A Nock Middle School part of?

Rupert A Nock Middle School is part of Newburyport 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.