School Overview
Wellesley Middle School (WMS), located at 50 Kingsbury Street in Wellesley, Massachusetts, is a prominent public middle school serving students in grades 6 through 8. As part of the Wellesley Public Schools district, the institution is highly regarded for its commitment to academic excellence, social-emotional learning, and fostering a supportive community environment. The school’s curriculum is designed to challenge students while preparing them for the transition to high school, offering a wide array of core academic subjects, world languages, and elective programs that encourage personal growth and curiosity.

Beyond the classroom, WMS emphasizes the importance of a well-rounded educational experience by providing numerous extracurricular opportunities, including athletics, performing arts, and diverse student-led clubs. The school culture is anchored in values of respect, responsibility, and community engagement, striving to support the unique developmental needs of early adolescents. Through its official website, wellesleyps.org/wms, the school maintains transparent communication with families, offering resources, updates on school events, and insights into their approach to student development and educational standards.
919
Total Students
102.2
Full-Time Teachers
9.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Wellesley Middle
Demographic Student Count
White559
Hispanic64
Black42
Asian180
Two or More73
American Indian1
  • White
    559 (60.8%)
  • Asian
    180 (19.6%)
  • Two or More
    73 (7.9%)
  • Hispanic
    64 (7.0%)
  • Black
    42 (4.6%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1%)
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: Wellesley
Phone: (781)446-6235
Website: http://wellesleyps.org/wms
Grade Range: 6th - 8th
Total Students: 919
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 102.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 9.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 0
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Grade 6 302
Grade 7 315
Grade 8 302

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Wellesley Middle
Grade Student Count
Grade 6302
Grade 7315
Grade 8302
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Wellesley Middle
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female46650.7%
Male45349.3%
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