Serving 593 students in grades 3-5, Alden School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 593 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alden School's student population of 593 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
593 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alden School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alden School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#436 out of 1644 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
3%
23%
Black
n/a
10%
White
93%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alden School's ranking?
Alden School is ranked #436 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Alden School often compared to?
Alden Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Williams Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Alden School?
593 students attend Alden School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Alden School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alden School?
Alden School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Alden School offer ?
Alden School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Alden School part of?
Alden School is part of Duxbury School District.
School Reviews
3 6/26/2021
I only spent one year at this school (5th grade) but it's still not great. The school's extracurricular activities become more of a requirement than a fun experience. The teachers are usually not good at engaging students in the lesson and can lose their cool easily. This was easily my worst school year, as I was isolated and not learning much.
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