Serving 469 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Blanchard Memorial 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 65% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher 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 50% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Blanchard Memorial School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Blanchard Memorial School's student population of 469 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
469 students
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Blanchard Memorial School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Blanchard Memorial School is 0.65, 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
#222 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
30%
8%
Hispanic
10%
26%
Black
3%
10%
White
50%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.4%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
34%
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 Blanchard Memorial School's ranking?
Blanchard Memorial School is ranked #222 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Blanchard Memorial School often compared to?
Blanchard Memorial Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like C.t. Douglas Elementary School, Luther Conant School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Blanchard Memorial School?
469 students attend Blanchard Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Blanchard Memorial School students are White, 30% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Blanchard Memorial School?
Blanchard Memorial School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Blanchard Memorial School offer ?
Blanchard Memorial School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Blanchard Memorial School part of?
Blanchard Memorial School is part of Acton-Boxborough School District.
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