F Top 97%

John T Reid Middle School

Grades 06-08 PITTSFIELD, MA

Moved up 11 places from 2024 to 2025

#343 State Rank
C- District Grade
950 North Street, PITTSFIELD, MA 01201
Diverse
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
382 Students
86% Attendance Rate
25.1 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

12% Meeting or exceeding expectations

English Language Arts

19.7% Meeting or exceeding expectations

3.3% exceeding expectations

2023 18.7% 18.7%
2024 19.7% 19.7%
2025 19.7% 19.7%

Mathematics

5% Meeting or exceeding expectations

1% exceeding expectations

2023 9% 9%
2024 5.7% 5.7%
2025 5% 5%

Science

12% Meeting or exceeding expectations

1% exceeding expectations

2023 16% 16%
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 12%—
2025English Language Arts06 19%4%
2025English Language Arts07 15%1%
2025English Language Arts08 25%5%
2025Mathematics06 8%—
2025Mathematics07 4%—
2025Mathematics08 3%1%
2025Science08 12%1%
2024English Language Arts06 12%—
2024English Language Arts07 16%1%
2024English Language Arts08 31%4%
2024Mathematics06 2%—
2024Mathematics07 8%1%
2024Mathematics08 7%—
2024Science08 21%2%
2023English Language Arts06 25%3%
2023English Language Arts07 11%2%
2023English Language Arts08 20%2%
2023Mathematics06 11%1%
2023Mathematics07 5%1%
2023Mathematics08 11%1%
2023Science08 16%1%

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

382 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 46.9%
Hispanic 26.7%
Black 13.9%
Multiracial 12%
Asian 0.5%

Gender

50.8% Male
49% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 11.3%
Special Education 27.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch 71.7%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

86% Attendance Rate
48.6% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

950 North Street, PITTSFIELD, MA

F-Rated School

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is John T Reid Middle School's grade rating?

John T Reid Middle School has earned a grade of F, ranked #343 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 97% 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 John T Reid Middle School?

Approximately 382 students are enrolled at John T Reid Middle School.

How does John T Reid Middle School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, John T Reid Middle School's proficiency rates are: CIV (12% proficient), English Language Arts (20% proficient), Mathematics (5% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at John T Reid Middle School?

John T Reid Middle School has an attendance rate of 86%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is John T Reid Middle School part of?

John T Reid Middle School is part of Pittsfield 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.