Middle Schools in Holyoke

The middle schools in Holyoke, Massachusetts, serve students in grades 6-8 and face significant academic challenges. The three middle schools in the district - Lt Clayre Sullivan Elementary, Joseph Metcalf School, and Holyoke STEM Academy - all perform well below the state averages on standardized tests, with proficiency rates ranging from around 2-9% in English Language Arts and 1-5% in Mathematics.

While the Joseph Metcalf School appears to be the highest performing of the three, with a 1-star rating from SchoolDigger compared to 0 stars for the other two schools, its academic performance is still significantly below the state average. The schools have relatively high per-student spending, ranging from $17,366 to $18,858 per student, and student-teacher ratios that are generally lower than the state average, yet these resources have not translated into improved student outcomes.

The data suggests that the middle schools in Holyoke face systemic challenges that need to be addressed. The consistently low academic performance, lack of progress, and resource allocation issues point to the need for a comprehensive review and implementation of targeted interventions to support student learning and success in these schools.