CIV
69%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
14% exceeding expectations
A
Top 12%
Doherty Middle School
Grades 06-08 ANDOVER, MA
Moved up 12 places from 2024 to 2025
#42
State Rank
A+
District Grade
50 Bartlet Street, ANDOVER, MA 01810
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
74%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
23.3% exceeding expectations
2023
73%
73%
2024
67.3%
67.3%
2025
74%
74%
Mathematics
62.3%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
14.7% exceeding expectations
2023
63.3%
63.3%
2024
60.3%
60.3%
2025
62.3%
62.3%
Science
67%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
17% exceeding expectations
2023
87%
87%
2024
79%
79%
2025
67%
67%
View published results by year and grade
| Year | Subject | Grade | Meeting+ | Exceeding |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | CIV | 08 | 69% | 14% |
| 2025 | English Language Arts | 06 | 71% | 30% |
| 2025 | English Language Arts | 07 | 78% | 20% |
| 2025 | English Language Arts | 08 | 73% | 20% |
| 2025 | Mathematics | 06 | 64% | 11% |
| 2025 | Mathematics | 07 | 64% | 19% |
| 2025 | Mathematics | 08 | 59% | 14% |
| 2025 | Science | 08 | 67% | 17% |
| 2024 | English Language Arts | 06 | 62% | 20% |
| 2024 | English Language Arts | 07 | 65% | 17% |
| 2024 | English Language Arts | 08 | 75% | 26% |
| 2024 | Mathematics | 06 | 66% | 11% |
| 2024 | Mathematics | 07 | 53% | 12% |
| 2024 | Mathematics | 08 | 62% | 16% |
| 2024 | Science | 08 | 79% | 17% |
| 2023 | English Language Arts | 06 | 71% | 27% |
| 2023 | English Language Arts | 07 | 70% | 23% |
| 2023 | English Language Arts | 08 | 78% | 28% |
| 2023 | Mathematics | 06 | 58% | 11% |
| 2023 | Mathematics | 07 | 63% | 19% |
| 2023 | Mathematics | 08 | 69% | 19% |
| 2023 | Science | 08 | 87% | 28% |
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
484 students enrolled
Race/Ethnicity
Gender
49%
Male
51%
Female
Student Programs
English Learners
0.4%
Special Education
21.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
8.3%
School Performance
Key metrics and program information
Attendance
95.7%
Attendance Rate
5.8%
Chronic Absence
Staffing
A-Rated School
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Doherty Middle School's grade rating?
Doherty Middle School has earned a grade of A, ranked #42 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 12% 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 Doherty Middle School?
Approximately 484 students are enrolled at Doherty Middle School.
How does Doherty Middle School perform on MCAS tests?
Based on the most recent MCAS results, Doherty Middle School's proficiency rates are: CIV (69% proficient), English Language Arts (74% proficient), Mathematics (62% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.
What is the attendance rate at Doherty Middle School?
Doherty Middle School has an attendance rate of 95.7%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.
What school district is Doherty Middle School part of?
Doherty Middle School is part of Andover 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.
