Serving 1,046 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Comprehensive Grammar School 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 31% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 1,046 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 67%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Comprehensive Grammar School's student population of 1,046 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,046 students
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Comprehensive Grammar School 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 Comprehensive Grammar School is 0.63, 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
#1088 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
50%
26%
Black
11%
10%
White
33%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Rangers
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Comprehensive Grammar School's ranking?
Comprehensive Grammar School is ranked #1088 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Comprehensive Grammar School often compared to?
Comprehensive Grammar Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Tenney Grammar School, Marsh Grammar School, Walnut Square by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Comprehensive Grammar School?
1,046 students attend Comprehensive Grammar School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Comprehensive Grammar School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Comprehensive Grammar School?
Comprehensive Grammar School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Comprehensive Grammar School offer ?
Comprehensive Grammar School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Comprehensive Grammar School part of?
Comprehensive Grammar School is part of Methuen School District.
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