Serving 286 students in grades 2-3, Albert S. Woodward Memorial School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 286 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Albert S. Woodward Memorial School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Southborough, MA, covering approximately 15.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 2.6 miles and the furthest edge located 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Albert S. Woodward Memorial School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Albert S. Woodward Memorial School's student population of 286 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
286 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
School Rankings
Albert S. Woodward Memorial School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Albert S. Woodward Memorial School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#26 out of 1626 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Asian
31%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Black
2%
10%
Showing 2008–2025. View full 21-year historical data
White
57%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Albert S. Woodward Memorial School's ranking?
Albert S. Woodward Memorial School is ranked #26 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Albert S. Woodward Memorial School?
286 students attend Albert S. Woodward Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Albert S. Woodward Memorial School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Albert S. Woodward Memorial School?
Albert S. Woodward Memorial School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Albert S. Woodward Memorial School offer ?
Albert S. Woodward Memorial School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Albert S. Woodward Memorial School part of?
Albert S. Woodward Memorial School is part of Southborough School District.
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