HASTINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL

Hastings Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Fairhaven school district, located in Fairhaven, MA with about 468 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 34 teachers, Hastings Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Hastings Middle School, located at 30 School Street in Fairhaven, Massachusetts, serves as a key educational institution within the Fairhaven Public Schools district. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with the social and emotional development of students during their critical middle school years. As part of the broader Fairhaven school community, Hastings strives to prepare its students for the transition to high school by emphasizing core curriculum standards, critical thinking, and a sense of civic responsibility.

The school benefits from being part of a close-knit coastal community, often leveraging its location to engage students in local history and community-based learning. Through its official website, the school maintains transparent communication with families, providing access to resources, academic policies, and district-wide information. By focusing on both student achievement and personal growth, Hastings Middle School serves as a foundational pillar in the Fairhaven educational system, aiming to cultivate well-rounded students equipped with the tools necessary for future success.

For more information, contact Hastings Middle at (508) 979-4063 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.