Serving 587 students in grades 6-8, Theodore Herberg Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 587 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Theodore Herberg Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
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Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Theodore Herberg Middle School's student population of 587 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
587 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Theodore Herberg Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Theodore Herberg Middle School is 0.64, 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
#1096 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
8%
Hispanic
18%
26%
Black
13%
10%
White
55%
51%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Theodore Herberg Middle School's ranking?
Theodore Herberg Middle School is ranked #1096 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Theodore Herberg Middle School often compared to?
Theodore Herberg Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John T Reid Middle School, Nessacus Regional Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Theodore Herberg Middle School?
587 students attend Theodore Herberg Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Theodore Herberg Middle School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Theodore Herberg Middle School?
Theodore Herberg Middle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Theodore Herberg Middle School offer ?
Theodore Herberg Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Theodore Herberg Middle School part of?
Theodore Herberg Middle School is part of Pittsfield School District.
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