A+ Top 4%

Belmont Middle School

Grades 07-08 BELMONT, MA

Moved down 14 places from 2024 to 2025

#16 State Rank
A+ District Grade
225 Concord Ave, BELMONT, MA 02478
Diverse High Attendance 96%
Rating sources & methodology MCAS scores from 2025 Data updated September 2026
727 Students
96% Attendance Rate
62.1 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

83% Meeting or exceeding expectations

29% exceeding expectations

English Language Arts

75.5% Meeting or exceeding expectations

23.5% exceeding expectations

2024 73.5% 73.5%
2025 75.5% 75.5%

Mathematics

77.5% Meeting or exceeding expectations

33.5% exceeding expectations

2024 81.5% 81.5%
2025 77.5% 77.5%

Science

84% Meeting or exceeding expectations

39% exceeding expectations

2024 83% 83%
2025 84% 84%
View published results by year and grade
Available grade results for the latest 2 published years. An em dash means the value was not published.
YearSubjectGradeMeeting+Exceeding
2025CIV08 83%29%
2025English Language Arts07 72%20%
2025English Language Arts08 79%27%
2025Mathematics07 74%29%
2025Mathematics08 81%38%
2025Science08 84%39%
2024English Language Arts07 69%15%
2024English Language Arts08 78%35%
2024Mathematics07 80%34%
2024Mathematics08 83%39%
2024Science08 83%29%

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

727 students enrolled

Race/Ethnicity

White 58.7%
Asian 24.8%
Multiracial 8.7%
Hispanic 4.7%
Black 3.2%

Gender

53% Male
46.5% Female

Student Programs

English Learners 4.5%
Special Education 14.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch 10.7%

School Performance

Key metrics and program information

Attendance

96% Attendance Rate
7.1% Chronic Absence

Staffing

Location

225 Concord Ave, BELMONT, MA

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Belmont Middle School's grade rating?

Belmont Middle School has earned a grade of A+, ranked #16 in Massachusetts, placing it in the top 4% 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 Belmont Middle School?

Approximately 727 students are enrolled at Belmont Middle School.

How does Belmont Middle School perform on MCAS tests?

Based on the most recent MCAS results, Belmont Middle School's proficiency rates are: CIV (83% proficient), English Language Arts (76% proficient), Mathematics (78% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.

What is the attendance rate at Belmont Middle School?

Belmont Middle School has an attendance rate of 96%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.

What school district is Belmont Middle School part of?

Belmont Middle School is part of Belmont 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.