East Middle School

East Middle School

Public Middle School | Grade 6-8
305 River St,  Braintree, MA
Braintree Public Schools
3.7
4.6
1,021 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
John Sheehan
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Math Proficiency
47%
Reading Proficiency
48%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A-
Teachers
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Reading Proficiency
48%
Math Proficiency
47%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers
78
Full Time Teachers
78
Teachers in First or Second Year
8.3%

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Test Scores

Math
9.3%
State Average
7.6%
Science
8.8%
State Average
6.4%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
251:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.8%
Female
47.1%
White
58.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
24.9%
Hispanic
7.3%
Black
5.9%
Two or more races
2.8%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 3 Reviews
5.0
12/11/2024
Amazing school I love going here. The high tech facilities make every day a breeze. The food is amazing (at least the best I have had) I can go on and on but I wont overall I love this school 20/10
GreatSchools Reviews
4.6 7 Reviews
3.0 parent
2/27/2025
Bullying relentlessly. Severe behavioral issues. Student acting like they're in the corner......No consequences for the bullies whatsoever.
5.0 student
6/17/2024
The teachers/staff and condition is great. I feel welcome there and they make people feel safe.
5.0 parent
1/15/2021
I love East Middle School of Braintree.
5.0 parent
4/6/2017
My two children both attended East and flourished One needed more help than the other and received it. The staff is THE BEST.All the resources are at your fingertips if needed.Most impressive is the staff's genuine concern and love for the young adults it helps to prepare for High School

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East Middle School is a public school for students in grades 6-8 in Braintree, MA and is served by the Braintree Public Schools in Massachusetts. The school has a total enrollment of 1,021 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. Academic records show that 47% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 48% are proficient in reading. East Middle School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average home value in this area is $749,695. Discover additional schools in the area, like Braintree High School, Quincy High School, Thayer Academy, and more. Learn more about what Braintree has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near East Middle School.

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