CIV
55%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
11% exceeding expectations
A
Top 12%
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School
Grades 06-08 READING, MA
Moved up 32 places from 2024 to 2025
#43
State Rank
A
District Grade
89 Birch Meadow Drive, READING, MA 01867
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
72.3%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
22% exceeding expectations
2023
70.3%
70.3%
2024
65.3%
65.3%
2025
72.3%
72.3%
Mathematics
74.7%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
21% exceeding expectations
2023
60.7%
60.7%
2024
60.7%
60.7%
2025
74.7%
74.7%
Science
57%
Meeting or exceeding expectations
10% exceeding expectations
2023
72%
72%
2024
67%
67%
2025
57%
57%
View published results by year and grade
| Year | Subject | Grade | Meeting+ | Exceeding |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | CIV | 08 | 55% | 11% |
| 2025 | English Language Arts | 06 | 73% | 25% |
| 2025 | English Language Arts | 07 | 69% | 18% |
| 2025 | English Language Arts | 08 | 75% | 23% |
| 2025 | Mathematics | 06 | 75% | 20% |
| 2025 | Mathematics | 07 | 74% | 25% |
| 2025 | Mathematics | 08 | 75% | 18% |
| 2025 | Science | 08 | 57% | 10% |
| 2024 | English Language Arts | 06 | 72% | 25% |
| 2024 | English Language Arts | 07 | 63% | 17% |
| 2024 | English Language Arts | 08 | 61% | 14% |
| 2024 | Mathematics | 06 | 67% | 21% |
| 2024 | Mathematics | 07 | 51% | 15% |
| 2024 | Mathematics | 08 | 64% | 14% |
| 2024 | Science | 08 | 67% | 9% |
| 2023 | English Language Arts | 06 | 80% | 32% |
| 2023 | English Language Arts | 07 | 57% | 12% |
| 2023 | English Language Arts | 08 | 74% | 24% |
| 2023 | Mathematics | 06 | 62% | 8% |
| 2023 | Mathematics | 07 | 61% | 13% |
| 2023 | Mathematics | 08 | 59% | 16% |
| 2023 | Science | 08 | 72% | 7% |
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
417 students enrolled
Race/Ethnicity
Gender
52%
Male
48%
Female
Student Programs
English Learners
0%
Special Education
19.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
11%
School Performance
Key metrics and program information
Attendance
95.9%
Attendance Rate
7.2%
Chronic Absence
Staffing
A-Rated School
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arthur W Coolidge Middle School's grade rating?
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School has earned a grade of A, ranked #43 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 Arthur W Coolidge Middle School?
Approximately 417 students are enrolled at Arthur W Coolidge Middle School.
How does Arthur W Coolidge Middle School perform on MCAS tests?
Based on the most recent MCAS results, Arthur W Coolidge Middle School's proficiency rates are: CIV (55% proficient), English Language Arts (72% proficient), Mathematics (75% proficient). MCAS (Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System) tests measure student achievement in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science.
What is the attendance rate at Arthur W Coolidge Middle School?
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School has an attendance rate of 95.9%. Strong attendance is correlated with better academic outcomes.
What school district is Arthur W Coolidge Middle School part of?
Arthur W Coolidge Middle School is part of Reading 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.
