Robert E. Melican Middle School

School Overview
Robert E. Melican Middle School, located at 145 Lincoln Street in Northborough, Massachusetts, serves students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Northborough-Southborough Public Schools district, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and academically rigorous environment that bridges the gap between elementary education and the complexities of high school. The school places a strong emphasis on community, personal responsibility, and academic excellence, aiming to develop well-rounded individuals who are prepared for future success.

The school’s curriculum is designed to be comprehensive and engaging, offering a variety of core subjects alongside exploratory electives that allow students to pursue personal interests. Beyond the classroom, Melican Middle School encourages student involvement through a wide array of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts programs, and various clubs. By prioritizing both social-emotional learning and academic development, the school strives to create a collaborative atmosphere where students are encouraged to think critically, communicate effectively, and contribute positively to their community.
537
Total Students
52.5
Full-Time Teachers
10.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Robert E. Melican Middle School
Demographic Student Count
White387
Hispanic54
Black6
Asian58
Two or More17
American Indian2
Pacific Islander13
  • White
    387 (72.1 %)
  • Asian
    58 (10.8 %)
  • Hispanic
    54 (10.1 %)
  • Two or More
    17 (3.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    13 (2.4 %)
  • Black
    6 (1.1 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.4 %)
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: Northborough
Phone: (508)351-7020
Website: http://melican.nsboro.k12.ma.us
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 537
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 52.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 10.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 176
Grade 7 192
Grade 8 169

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Robert E. Melican Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6176
Grade 7192
Grade 8169
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Robert E. Melican Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female23944.5%
Male29855.5%
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