Triton Regional High School is a public high school in the village of Byfield within the town of Newbury, Massachusetts. Triton High also serves the nearby towns of Rowley and Salisbury.
Serving 297 students in grades 7-8, Triton Regional Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Triton Regional Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Triton Regional Middle School's student population of 297 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
297 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1971
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Triton Regional Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Triton Regional Middle School is 0.26, 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
#800 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
6%
26%
Black
4%
10%
White
86%
51%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Triton Regional Middle School's ranking?
Triton Regional Middle School is ranked #800 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Triton Regional Middle School often compared to?
Triton Regional Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Minnechaug Regional High School, Masconomet Regional Middle School, Rupert A Nock Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Triton Regional Middle School?
297 students attend Triton Regional Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Triton Regional Middle School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Triton Regional Middle School?
Triton Regional Middle School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Triton Regional Middle School offer ?
Triton Regional Middle School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Triton Regional Middle School part of?
Triton Regional Middle School is part of Triton School District.
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