Central serves 520 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 61%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 69%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 520 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69%
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central's student population of 520 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
520 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Central is 0.35, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)65-69%
61%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)60-64%
69%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
7%
10%
White
80%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.4%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Central often compared to?
Centralis often viewed alongside schools like Gordon W. Mitchell School, Edgar B Davis by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 61% MA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 69% MA state average).
How many students attend Central?
520 students attend Central.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Central students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central?
Central has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Central offer ?
Central offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central part of?
Central is part of East Bridgewater School District.
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