School Overview
John J. McGlynn Middle School, located on the Mystic Valley Parkway in Medford, Massachusetts, serves students in grades 6 through 8 as part of the Medford Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and academically rigorous environment that prepares students for the transition to high school. By emphasizing both intellectual growth and social-emotional development, the McGlynn Middle School aims to cultivate a community where students feel challenged, respected, and prepared to engage as responsible citizens.

The school’s curriculum is designed to meet the diverse needs of its student body through a balance of core academic subjects—such as English Language Arts, mathematics, science, and social studies—and a variety of elective offerings. Beyond the classroom, the McGlynn Middle School encourages student involvement through extracurricular activities, athletics, and school-wide initiatives that promote school spirit and inclusivity. By prioritizing collaboration between staff, families, and the wider Medford community, the school strives to ensure that every student has the tools and resources necessary to succeed in their educational journey.
461
Total Students
49.2
Full-Time Teachers
9.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for John J. McGlynn Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White257
Hispanic72
Black60
Asian46
Two or More23
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    257 (55.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    72 (15.7 %)
  • Black
    60 (13.0 %)
  • Asian
    46 (10.0 %)
  • Two or More
    23 (5.0 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Medford
Phone: (781)393-2333
Website: http://www.mps02155.org/schools-2/mcglynn-middle-school/
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 461
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 49.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 9.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 151
Grade 7 157
Grade 8 153

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for John J. McGlynn Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6151
Grade 7157
Grade 8153
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for John J. McGlynn Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female20243.8%
Male25856%
Not Specified10.2%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)