Serving 867 students in grades 7-8, Pollard Middle School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 867 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pollard Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pollard Middle School's student population of 867 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
867 students
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pollard Middle School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pollard Middle School is 0.46, 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
#87 out of 1626 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Asian
12%
8%
Hispanic
6%
26%
Black
4%
10%
White
72%
51%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pollard Middle School's ranking?
Pollard Middle School is ranked #87 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Pollard Middle School?
867 students attend Pollard Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Pollard Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pollard Middle School?
Pollard Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pollard Middle School offer ?
Pollard Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pollard Middle School part of?
Pollard Middle School is part of Needham School District.
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