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John W. McDevitt Middle School — School Calendar 2026-27
Middle|Waltham, Massachusetts|Waltham
Waltham, MA 02453
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Upcoming Events
Oct
7
Wed
Walk to School DayEventDistrict-wide
Review the event notice for route and participation details.
Oct
8
Thu
PL Multicultural NightEventDistrict-wide
Oct
9
Fri
PL Picture DayEventDistrict-wide
Oct
12
Mon
No School - Indigenous Peoples' DayEventDistrict-wide
Oct
15
Thu
PL Back to School NightEventDistrict-wide
Oct
16
Fri
PL Trunk or TreatEventDistrict-wide
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School Profile
School Statistics
Academics (SY 2020-21)
ELA Proficiency
39%
32th percentile in MA
Math Proficiency
27%
38th percentile in MA
Chronic Absenteeism
11.8%
SY 2019-20
Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)
Wi-Fi
Campus-wide wireless
Fiber Internet
High-speed connection
617
Connected devices
Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)
Teachers (FTE)
83.06
66% fully certified
Counselors
3
Nurses
2
School Resource Officers
2
Anti-Bullying Policy
District Finance (FY 2023)
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,267
Total current expenditure
Instruction Spending
$16,673
Per pupil, classroom only
Total Revenue/Pupil
$35,623
All funding sources
Funding Sources
Federal 6%State 37%Local 57%
District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey
Community Context
Median Home Value
$713,764
+1.6% 1yr+31.0% 5yr
Boston, MA metro area
Community Need Level
Moderate
CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022
Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)
11.9%
Below 150% poverty line
4.4%
Unemployment rate
2.5%
Uninsured residents
6.6%
No HS diploma (25+)
Special Education (IDEA)
District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA
Total Students Served
1,108
Ages 3-21 under IDEA
School-Age (6-21)
1,044
Receiving special ed services
Est. % of Enrollment
100%
District rate, school may vary
Disability Categories (District)
Specific Learning Disability
227 (22%)
Autism
168 (16%)
Other Health Impairment
134 (13%)
Emotional Disturbance
104 (10%)
Speech/Language Impairment
93 (9%)
Intellectual Disability
31 (3%)
Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ
Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)
618
Current enrollment
Declining(-13% 5yr)Coming Up
Wed, Oct 7, 2026
Walk to School Day
Review the event notice for route and participation details.
EventThu, Oct 8, 2026
PL Multicultural Night
EventFri, Oct 9, 2026
PL Picture Day
EventFull School Calendar 2026-27
Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Waltham. John W. McDevitt Middle School follows the district calendar.
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| Tue, Sep 1, 2026 | Staff PDDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Sep 2, 2026 | First Day of School - Gr 1 to 5District-wide Confirm bus route and pickup time. Early dismissal may apply. |
| Fri, Sep 4, 2026 | No SchoolDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Sep 7, 2026 | No School - Labor DayDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for complete holiday break dates. |
| Thu, Sep 10, 2026 | Kindergarten First Day of SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for first day details and information. |
| Thu, Sep 10, 2026 | PTO PL Ice Cream SocialDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Sep 21, 2026 | No School - Yom KippourDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Sep 23, 2026 | Early ReleaseDistrict-wide |
| Thu, Sep 24, 2026 | Restaurant Night Out - Jake N JoesDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Oct 7, 2026 | Walk to School DayDistrict-wide Review the event notice for route and participation details. |
| Thu, Oct 8, 2026 | PL Multicultural NightDistrict-wide |
| Fri, Oct 9, 2026 | PL Picture DayDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Oct 12, 2026 | No School - Indigenous Peoples' DayDistrict-wide |
| Thu, Oct 15, 2026 | PL Back to School NightDistrict-wide |
| Fri, Oct 16, 2026 | PL Trunk or TreatDistrict-wide |
| Tue, Oct 20, 2026 | Student PhotosDistrict-wide Check the school calendar for the photo session date and any preparation details. |
| Tue, Oct 20, 2026 | PL PTO MeetingDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Oct 21, 2026 | Early Release - Parent Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Review the conference schedule for timing and participation details. |
| Fri, Oct 23, 2026 | PL Trunk or Treat District-wide |
| Thu, Oct 29, 2026 | PL Restaurant Night Out - TempoDistrict-wide |
| Tue, Nov 3, 2026 | No School - Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage. |
| Wed, Nov 11, 2026 | No School - Veteran's DayDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Nov 18, 2026 | Early Release - Parent Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Review the conference schedule for timing and participation details. |
| Wed, Nov 25, 2026 | Early Release - ThanksgivingDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Wed, Nov 25, 2026 | Marking Period Ends Gr. 2-5District-wide |
| Thu, Nov 26, 2026 | No School - ThanksgivingDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Fri, Nov 27, 2026 | No School - ThanksgivingDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed. |
| Thu, Dec 3, 2026 | PL Picture Retake DayDistrict-wide |
| Thu, Dec 3, 2026 | Picture RetakeDistrict-wide Review the picture retake notice for scheduling and participation details. |
| Wed, Dec 9, 2026 | Early ReleaseDistrict-wide |
| Fri, Dec 11, 2026 | Report Cards Gr. 2-5District-wide |
| Thu, Dec 24, 2026 | No School - VacationDistrict-wide |
| Fri, Dec 25, 2026 | No School - VacationDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Dec 28, 2026 | No School - VacationDistrict-wide |
| Tue, Dec 29, 2026 | No School - VacationDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Dec 30, 2026 | No School - VacationDistrict-wide |
| Thu, Dec 31, 2026 | No School - VacationDistrict-wide |
| Fri, Jan 1, 2027 | No School - New Year's DayDistrict-wide |
| Fri, Jan 8, 2027 | PL PTO DanceDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Jan 18, 2027 | No School - M.L. King DayDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Jan 20, 2027 | Early Release - Parent Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Review the conference schedule for timing and participation details. |
| Wed, Jan 27, 2027 | Early ReleaseDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Feb 15, 2027 | Winter VacationDistrict-wide |
| Tue, Feb 16, 2027 | Winter VacationDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Feb 17, 2027 | Winter VacationDistrict-wide |
| Thu, Feb 18, 2027 | Winter VacationDistrict-wide |
| Fri, Feb 19, 2027 | Winter VacationDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Mar 17, 2027 | Early ReleaseDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Mar 24, 2027 | Early Release - Parent Teacher ConferencesDistrict-wide Review the conference schedule for timing and participation details. |
| Fri, Mar 26, 2027 | No School - Good FridayDistrict-wide |
| Mon, Apr 19, 2027 | Spring VacationDistrict-wide |
| Tue, Apr 20, 2027 | Spring VacationDistrict-wide |
| Wed, Apr 21, 2027 | Spring VacationDistrict-wide |
| Thu, Apr 22, 2027 | Spring VacationDistrict-wide |
| Fri, Apr 23, 2027 | Spring VacationDistrict-wide |
| Thu, Apr 29, 2027 | Group PhotosDistrict-wide |
| Wed, May 26, 2027 | Early ReleaseDistrict-wide |
| Mon, May 31, 2027 | No School - Memorial DayDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for holiday closure details. |
| Fri, Jun 18, 2027 | No School - Juneteenth (if school in session)District-wide |
| Mon, Jun 21, 2027 | Planned Last Day of School (if no snow days)District-wide |
| Wed, Jun 30, 2027 | Last possible day of SchoolDistrict-wide Review the school calendar for the final day of instruction. |
Showing 61 events for the 2026-27 school year
Frequently Asked Questions about John W. McDevitt Middle School
John W. McDevitt Middle School has a total enrollment of 604 students and serves grades Middle. The school is part of the local school district in Waltham, MA.
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