CIV
23%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
1% exceeding expectations
C+
Top 62%
Daniel L Joyce Middle School
Grades 06-08 WOBURN, MA
Moved down 15 places from 2024 to 2025
#218
State Rank
B-
District Grade
55 Locust Street, WOBURN, MA 01801
High Attendance 98.5%
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
34.3%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
5.7% exceeding expectations
2023
40%
40%
2024
36.7%
36.7%
2025
34.3%
34.3%
Mathematics
33.3%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
3.7% exceeding expectations
2023
34.3%
34.3%
2024
31%
31%
2025
33.3%
33.3%
Science
36%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
3% exceeding expectations
2023
43%
43%
2024
34%
34%
2025
36%
36%
View published results by year and grade
| Year | Subject | Grade | Meeting+ | Exceeding |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | CIV | 08 | 23% | 1% |
| 2025 | English Language Arts | 06 | 34% | 5% |
| 2025 | English Language Arts | 07 | 34% | 4% |
| 2025 | English Language Arts | 08 | 35% | 8% |
| 2025 | Mathematics | 06 | 38% | 3% |
| 2025 | Mathematics | 07 | 35% | 6% |
| 2025 | Mathematics | 08 | 27% | 2% |
| 2025 | Science | 08 | 36% | 3% |
| 2024 | English Language Arts | 06 | 34% | 6% |
| 2024 | English Language Arts | 07 | 36% | 6% |
| 2024 | English Language Arts | 08 | 40% | 3% |
| 2024 | Mathematics | 06 | 38% | 4% |
| 2024 | Mathematics | 07 | 26% | 1% |
| 2024 | Mathematics | 08 | 29% | 2% |
| 2024 | Science | 08 | 34% | 4% |
| 2023 | English Language Arts | 06 | 35% | 5% |
| 2023 | English Language Arts | 07 | 41% | 3% |
| 2023 | English Language Arts | 08 | 44% | 8% |
| 2023 | Mathematics | 06 | 41% | 4% |
| 2023 | Mathematics | 07 | 29% | 3% |
| 2023 | Mathematics | 08 | 33% | 5% |
| 2023 | Science | 08 | 43% | 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
434 students enrolled
Race/Ethnicity
Gender
48.8%
Male
50.7%
Female
Student Programs
English Learners
10.6%
Special Education
30.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
39.2%
School Performance
Key metrics and program information
Attendance
98.5%
Attendance Rate
1.4%
Chronic Absence
Staffing
C+-Rated School
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Daniel L Joyce Middle School's grade rating?
Daniel L Joyce Middle School has earned a grade of C+, ranked #218 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 62% 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 Daniel L Joyce Middle School?
Approximately 434 students are enrolled at Daniel L Joyce Middle School.
How does Daniel L Joyce Middle School perform on MCAS tests?
Based on the most recent MCAS results, Daniel L Joyce Middle School's proficiency rates are: CIV (23% proficient), English Language Arts (34% proficient), Mathematics (33% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.
What is the attendance rate at Daniel L Joyce Middle School?
Daniel L Joyce Middle School has an attendance rate of 98.5%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.
What school district is Daniel L Joyce Middle School part of?
Daniel L Joyce Middle School is part of Woburn 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.
