Chilmark Elementary School serves 50 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Chilmark Elementary School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Massachusetts state average of 37%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Asian and American Indian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 43% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 50 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chilmark Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Chilmark Elementary School's student population of 50 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
50 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chilmark Elementary School is ranked within the top 50% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Chilmark Elementary School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#634 out of 1644 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
6%
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
n/a
22%
Black
n/a
10%
White
76%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2020-2021 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chilmark Elementary School's ranking?
Chilmark Elementary School is ranked #634 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Chilmark Elementary School often compared to?
Chilmark Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Martha's Vineyard Charter School, West Tisbury Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Chilmark Elementary School?
50 students attend Chilmark Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Chilmark Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chilmark Elementary School?
Chilmark Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Chilmark Elementary School offer ?
Chilmark Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Chilmark Elementary School part of?
Chilmark Elementary School is part of Up-Island Regional School District.
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