Serving 507 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 69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). 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 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 507 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (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
Diversity
School Overview
Blanchard Memorial School's student population of 507 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
507 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
Blanchard Memorial 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 Blanchard Memorial School is 0.65, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#184 out of 1631 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
29%
7%
Hispanic
10%
25%
Black
3%
10%
White
51%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blanchard Memorial School's ranking?
Blanchard Memorial School is ranked #184 out of 1,631 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?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
507 students attend Blanchard Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Blanchard Memorial School students are White, 29% 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 13:1, which is higher than 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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