Serving 407 students in grades Kindergarten-6, C.t. Douglas Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 38% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
C.t. Douglas Elementary School's student population of 407 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
407 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Rankings
C.t. Douglas Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of C.t. Douglas Elementary School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#388 out of 1631 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)50-54%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
7%
Hispanic
11%
25%
Black
3%
10%
White
62%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
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 C.t. Douglas Elementary School's ranking?
C.t. Douglas Elementary School is ranked #388 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are C.t. Douglas Elementary School often compared to?
C.t. Douglas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Paul P Gates Elementary School, Blanchard Memorial School, Merriam School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend C.t. Douglas Elementary School?
407 students attend C.t. Douglas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of C.t. Douglas Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of C.t. Douglas Elementary School?
C.t. Douglas Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does C.t. Douglas Elementary School offer ?
C.t. Douglas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is C.t. Douglas Elementary School part of?
C.t. Douglas Elementary School is part of Acton-Boxborough School District.
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