John J. McGlynn Middle School

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.
464
Total Students
52.6
Full-Time Teachers
8.8
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
White232
Hispanic88
Black67
Asian40
Two or More29
American Indian6
  • White
    232 (50.2%)
  • Hispanic
    88 (19.0%)
  • Black
    67 (14.5%)
  • Asian
    40 (8.7%)
  • Two or More
    29 (6.3%)
  • American Indian
    6 (1.3%)
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://mcglynnms.mps02155.org/
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 464
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 52.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 8.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 153
Grade 7 154
Grade 8 157

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for John J. McGlynn Middle School
Grade Student Count
Grade 6153
Grade 7154
Grade 8157
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for John J. McGlynn Middle School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female21947.2%
Male24352.4%
Not Specified20.4%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)