Serving 372 students in grades 2-5, Douglas Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 18% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 372 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Douglas Elementary School's student population of 372 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
372 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Douglas Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Douglas Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#1085 out of 1644 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
7%
Hispanic
7%
23%
Black
n/a
10%
White
88%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Douglas Elementary School's ranking?
Douglas Elementary School is ranked #1085 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Douglas Elementary School often compared to?
Douglas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henry P Clough by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Douglas Elementary School?
372 students attend Douglas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Douglas Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Douglas Elementary School?
Douglas Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Douglas Elementary School offer ?
Douglas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Douglas Elementary School part of?
Douglas Elementary School is part of Douglas School District.
In what neighborhood is Douglas Elementary School located?
Douglas Elementary School is located in the East Douglas neighborhood of Douglas, MA. There are 3 other public schools located in East Douglas.
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