Serving 482 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Arthur D Healey 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 26% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Arthur D Healey's attendance zone encompasses the entire Somerville, MA school district, covering approximately 4.2 square miles and typically allowing a 5-10 minute drive to the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 1.5 miles, with the furthest point reaching 2.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arthur D Healey's student population of 482 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
482 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
Campus Size
25 acres
School Motto
Every Student Can Succeed
School Rankings
Arthur D Healey ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arthur D Healey is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1262 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
8%
Hispanic
49%
26%
Black
15%
10%
White
28%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.7%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arthur D Healey's ranking?
Arthur D Healey is ranked #1262 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Arthur D Healey often compared to?
Arthur D Healeyis often viewed alongside schools like Winter Hill Community by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Arthur D Healey?
482 students attend Arthur D Healey.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Arthur D Healey students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arthur D Healey?
Arthur D Healey has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Arthur D Healey offer ?
Arthur D Healey offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Arthur D Healey part of?
Arthur D Healey is part of Somerville School District.
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