Serving 636 students in grades 3-5, David Mindess ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 636 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
David Mindess ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
David Mindess's student population of 636 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 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
636 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
David Mindess 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 David Mindess is 0.61, which is less 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
#442 out of 1644 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
17%
7%
Hispanic
18%
23%
Black
3%
10%
White
58%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
35%
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 is David Mindess's ranking?
David Mindess is ranked #442 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are David Mindess often compared to?
David Mindessis often viewed alongside schools like Henry E Warren Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend David Mindess?
636 students attend David Mindess.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of David Mindess students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of David Mindess?
David Mindess has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does David Mindess offer ?
David Mindess offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is David Mindess part of?
David Mindess is part of Ashland School District.
School Reviews
5 9/12/2012
i love mindess school it is awesome the teachers are so helpful.
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