Serving 612 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Cunningham School ranks in the top 20% 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 68% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (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 31% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 612 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cunningham School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cunningham School's student population of 612 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
612 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cunningham School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cunningham School is 0.50, 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
#240 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
8%
Hispanic
8%
26%
Black
6%
10%
White
69%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cunningham School's ranking?
Cunningham School is ranked #240 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Cunningham School often compared to?
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Cunningham School?
612 students attend Cunningham School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Cunningham School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cunningham School?
Cunningham School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cunningham School offer ?
Cunningham School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cunningham School part of?
Cunningham School is part of Milton School District.
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