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 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,187 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- 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 107 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
1,187 students
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Educational Excellence for Every Weymouth Student
School Rankings
The diversity score of Maria Weston Chapman Middle School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. 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
Asian
6%
8%
Hispanic
17%
26%
Black
9%
10%
White
62%
51%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
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?
62% of Maria Weston Chapman Middle School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% 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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