Serving 474 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, C A Farley 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 474 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
C A Farley's student population of 474 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
474 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
C A Farley 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 C A Farley is 0.53, 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
#1191 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
31%
26%
Black
4%
10%
White
61%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is C A Farley's ranking?
C A Farley is ranked #1191 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are C A Farley often compared to?
C A Farleyis often viewed alongside schools like Forest Avenue Elementary School, Mulready Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend C A Farley?
474 students attend C A Farley.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of C A Farley students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of C A Farley?
C A Farley has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does C A Farley offer ?
C A Farley offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is C A Farley part of?
C A Farley is part of Hudson School District.
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