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Ralph B O'maley Middle School

32 Cherry Street
Gloucester, MA 01930
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 626 students in grades 6-8, Ralph B O'maley Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% 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: 626 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : Bottom 50% in MA
  • : 30% (Btm 50%)
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Ralph B O'maley Middle School's student population of 626 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
626 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Year Founded
2011
School Calendar
School Motto
O'Maley S.A.I.L.S. - Service • Acceptance • Integrity • Leadership • Success

School Rankings

Ralph B O'maley Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ralph B O'maley Middle School is 0.37, 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.
This School
State Level (MA)
#1154 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
30%
42%
34%
44%
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
15%
25%
Black
2%
10%
White
78%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.37
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
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

What is Ralph B O'maley Middle School's ranking?
Ralph B O'maley Middle School is ranked #1154 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Ralph B O'maley Middle School often compared to?
Ralph B O'maley Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manchester Essex Regional Middle School, Ipswich Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Ralph B O'maley Middle School?
626 students attend Ralph B O'maley Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Ralph B O'maley Middle School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ralph B O'maley Middle School?
Ralph B O'maley Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ralph B O'maley Middle School offer ?
Ralph B O'maley Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ralph B O'maley Middle School part of?
Ralph B O'maley Middle School is part of Gloucester School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 626 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 22%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 30% (Btm 50%)
  • : 34% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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