Serving 583 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Beal School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 58% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 583 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beal School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Beal School's student population of 583 students has grown by 98% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 115% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
583 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Beal School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beal School is 0.66, which is more 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
#323 out of 1631 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
39%
7%
Hispanic
11%
23%
Black
3%
10%
White
42%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
35%
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 Beal School's ranking?
Beal School is ranked #323 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Beal School often compared to?
Beal Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School, Annie E Fales by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Beal School?
583 students attend Beal School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Beal School students are White, 39% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Beal School?
Beal School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Beal School offer ?
Beal School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Beal School part of?
Beal School is part of Shrewsbury School District.
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