C Top 72%

John J. Duggan Middle School

Grades 06-12 SPRINGFIELD, MA

Moved up 35 places from 2024 to 2025

#251 State Rank
D District Grade
1015 Wilbraham Road, SPRINGFIELD, MA 01109
High Grad Rate 96.2% Diverse
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
843 Students
89.5% Attendance Rate
47.1 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

9% Meeting or exceeding expectations

1% exceeding expectations

English Language Arts

30.5% Meeting or exceeding expectations

2.8% exceeding expectations

2023 26% 26%
2024 24.8% 24.8%
2025 30.5% 30.5%

Mathematics

22.5% Meeting or exceeding expectations

2% exceeding expectations

2023 17.5% 17.5%
2024 21.8% 21.8%
2025 22.5% 22.5%

Science

22% Meeting or exceeding expectations

2% exceeding expectations

2023 12.5% 12.5%
2024 16% 16%
2025 22% 22%
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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 9%1%
2025English Language Arts06 27%2%
2025English Language Arts07 32%1%
2025English Language Arts08 30%6%
2025English Language Arts10 33%2%
2025Mathematics06 23%2%
2025Mathematics07 21%3%
2025Mathematics08 18%2%
2025Mathematics10 28%1%
2025Science08 10%1%
2025Science10 34%3%
2024English Language Arts06 23%5%
2024English Language Arts07 22%2%
2024English Language Arts08 28%5%
2024English Language Arts10 26%4%
2024Mathematics06 28%5%
2024Mathematics07 18%2%
2024Mathematics08 20%2%
2024Mathematics10 21%3%
2024Science08 8%—
2024Science10 24%2%
2023English Language Arts06 27%4%
2023English Language Arts07 21%2%
2023English Language Arts08 27%2%
2023English Language Arts10 29%3%
2023Mathematics06 21%1%
2023Mathematics07 14%1%
2023Mathematics08 14%1%
2023Mathematics10 21%—
2023Science08 7%—
2023Science10 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

843 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

Hispanic 58.7%
Black 23.1%
White 11.7%
Multiracial 3.4%
Asian 2.7%

Gender

54.1% Male
45.8% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 6.9%
Special Education 25.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch 73.5%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

89.5% Attendance Rate
39.1% Chronic Absence

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Location

1015 Wilbraham Road, SPRINGFIELD, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is John J. Duggan Middle School's grade rating?

John J. Duggan Middle School has earned a grade of C, ranked #251 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 72% 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 John J. Duggan Middle School?

Approximately 843 students are enrolled at John J. Duggan Middle School.

How does John J. Duggan Middle School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, John J. Duggan Middle School's proficiency rates are: CIV (9% proficient), English Language Arts (30% proficient), Mathematics (22% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the graduation rate at John J. Duggan Middle School?

John J. Duggan Middle School has a excellent 96.2% graduation rate. The state average graduation rate in Massachusetts is approximately 89%.

What is the attendance rate at John J. Duggan Middle School?

John J. Duggan Middle School has an attendance rate of 89.5%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is John J. Duggan Middle School part of?

John J. Duggan Middle School is part of Springfield 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.