Middle Schools in Arlington

The Arlington, Massachusetts school district is home to two high-performing middle schools: Ottoson Middle and Gibbs School. Both schools serve students in grades 6-8 and demonstrate strong academic achievement, with Ottoson Middle standing out as a top-ranked institution in the state.

Ottoson Middle is a standout school, consistently ranking among the top 12 middle schools in Massachusetts. The school's academic performance, as measured by MCAS test scores, is significantly above the state and Arlington district averages in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science, with proficiency rates consistently above 70%. In contrast, Gibbs School also performs well, with MCAS proficiency rates around 65-68% in English Language Arts and Mathematics.

Both Ottoson Middle and Gibbs School have diverse student populations, reflecting the broader demographic makeup of the Arlington community. The schools also have similar per-student spending, around $17,000 per student, and Ottoson Middle has a lower student-teacher ratio of 11.1, compared to Gibbs School's 12.4, which may contribute to its exceptional academic performance.