FURNACE BROOK MIDDLE SCHOOL

Furnace Brook Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Marshfield school district, located in Marshfield, MA with about 969 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 76 teachers, Furnace Brook Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Furnace Brook Middle School (FBMS), located at 500 Furnace Street in Marshfield, Massachusetts, serves as a vital component of the Marshfield Public Schools district. The school is dedicated to fostering an environment that balances academic rigor with the social-emotional development of students during their critical middle school years. By offering a comprehensive curriculum, FBMS aims to prepare its students for the challenges of high school and beyond while encouraging them to become active, responsible members of the community.

The school places a strong emphasis on creating a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to pursue both their academic interests and extracurricular passions. Through its website, the district highlights a commitment to collaboration between faculty, parents, and students to ensure a holistic educational experience. Whether through classroom instruction, athletics, or arts programming, Furnace Brook Middle School strives to cultivate curiosity, critical thinking, and a sense of belonging for all learners within the Marshfield area.

For more information, contact Furnace Brook Middle at (781) 834-5020 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.