Serving 670 students in grades 3-5, David Mindess ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (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 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 670 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: David Mindess School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Ashland, MA school district, covering approximately 12.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 5-10 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 2.4 miles and the furthest edge located 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
David Mindess's student population of 670 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has grown by 85% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
670 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'We are committed every minute, every hour, every day to every student.'
School Rankings
David Mindess ranks within the top 50% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of David Mindess is 0.65, 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
#576 out of 1626 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
23%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
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 #576 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend David Mindess?
670 students attend David Mindess.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of David Mindess students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is David Mindess part of?
David Mindess is part of Ashland School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
i love mindess school it is awesome the teachers are so helpful.
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