Maria Weston Chapman Middle School serves 1,187 students in grades 6-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 29% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,187 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50% in MA)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Maria Weston Chapman Middle School's student population of 1,187 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 109 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,187 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
109 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Educational Excellence for Every Weymouth Student
School Rankings
The diversity score of Maria Weston Chapman Middle School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
42%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
16%
25%
Black
8%
10%
White
65%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Maria Weston Chapman Middle School?
1,187 students attend Maria Weston Chapman Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Maria Weston Chapman Middle School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maria Weston Chapman Middle School?
Maria Weston Chapman Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Maria Weston Chapman Middle School offer ?
Maria Weston Chapman Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Maria Weston Chapman Middle School part of?
Maria Weston Chapman Middle School is part of Weymouth School District.
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