CIV
47%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
7% exceeding expectations
B+
Top 40%
Tantasqua Regional Junior High School
Grades 07-08 STURBRIDGE, MA
Moved down 9 places from 2024 to 2025
#142
State Rank
B
District Grade
320B Brookfield Road, STURBRIDGE, MA 01518
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.
English Language Arts
43.5%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
8.5% exceeding expectations
2023
46.5%
46.5%
2024
44%
44%
2025
43.5%
43.5%
Mathematics
44.5%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
9% exceeding expectations
2023
55%
55%
2024
52%
52%
2025
44.5%
44.5%
Science
47%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
7% exceeding expectations
2023
56%
56%
2024
48%
48%
2025
47%
47%
View published results by year and grade
| Year | Subject | Grade | Meeting+ | Exceeding |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | CIV | 08 | 47% | 7% |
| 2025 | English Language Arts | 07 | 38% | 5% |
| 2025 | English Language Arts | 08 | 49% | 12% |
| 2025 | Mathematics | 07 | 42% | 7% |
| 2025 | Mathematics | 08 | 47% | 11% |
| 2025 | Science | 08 | 47% | 7% |
| 2024 | English Language Arts | 07 | 43% | 9% |
| 2024 | English Language Arts | 08 | 45% | 6% |
| 2024 | Mathematics | 07 | 53% | 13% |
| 2024 | Mathematics | 08 | 51% | 3% |
| 2024 | Science | 08 | 48% | 6% |
| 2023 | English Language Arts | 07 | 45% | 5% |
| 2023 | English Language Arts | 08 | 48% | 3% |
| 2023 | Mathematics | 07 | 51% | 11% |
| 2023 | Mathematics | 08 | 59% | 9% |
| 2023 | Science | 08 | 56% | 8% |
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
528 students enrolled
Race/Ethnicity
Gender
50.4%
Male
49.2%
Female
Student Programs
English Learners
1.1%
Special Education
19.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
30.3%
School Performance
Key metrics and program information
Attendance
94.2%
Attendance Rate
15.6%
Chronic Absence
Staffing
B+-Rated School
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tantasqua Regional Junior High School's grade rating?
Tantasqua Regional Junior High School has earned a grade of B+, ranked #142 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 40% 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 Tantasqua Regional Junior High School?
Approximately 528 students are enrolled at Tantasqua Regional Junior High School.
How does Tantasqua Regional Junior High School perform on MCAS tests?
Based on the most recent MCAS results, Tantasqua Regional Junior High School's proficiency rates are: CIV (47% proficient), English Language Arts (44% proficient), Mathematics (44% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.
What is the attendance rate at Tantasqua Regional Junior High School?
Tantasqua Regional Junior High School has an attendance rate of 94.2%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.
What school district is Tantasqua Regional Junior High School part of?
Tantasqua Regional Junior High School is part of Sturbridge 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.
