Serving 604 students in grades 6-8, John Glenn Middle School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 604 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Glenn Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
John Glenn Middle School's student population of 604 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
604 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Motto
Give to the world your best, and the best will come back to you.
School Rankings
John Glenn Middle School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Glenn Middle School is 0.63, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#222 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
8%
Hispanic
6%
26%
Black
8%
10%
White
56%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Bedford School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Glenn Middle School's ranking?
John Glenn Middle School is ranked #222 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are John Glenn Middle School often compared to?
John Glenn Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Raymond J Grey Junior High School, Wayland Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend John Glenn Middle School?
604 students attend John Glenn Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of John Glenn Middle School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Glenn Middle School?
John Glenn Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does John Glenn Middle School offer ?
John Glenn Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John Glenn Middle School part of?
John Glenn Middle School is part of Bedford School District.
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