Serving 259 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Charles J Prescott ranks in the top 30% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 259 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charles J Prescott ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Charles J Prescott's student population of 259 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
259 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Charles J Prescott ranks within the top 30% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles J Prescott is 0.69, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#367 out of 1644 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
31%
7%
Hispanic
11%
23%
Black
9%
10%
White
45%
56%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles J Prescott's ranking?
Charles J Prescott is ranked #367 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Charles J Prescott often compared to?
Charles J Prescottis often viewed alongside schools like Cornelius M Callahan, Balch by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Charles J Prescott?
259 students attend Charles J Prescott.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Charles J Prescott students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hawaiian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charles J Prescott?
Charles J Prescott has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Charles J Prescott offer ?
Charles J Prescott offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Charles J Prescott part of?
Charles J Prescott is part of Norwood School District.
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