Serving 199 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Donald Ross ranks in the bottom 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 199 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Donald Ross ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Donald Ross's student population of 199 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
199 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Donald Ross ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Donald Ross is 0.65, which is more 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
#932 out of 1644 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
31%
7%
Hispanic
5%
23%
Black
11%
10%
White
50%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Donald Ross's ranking?
Donald Ross is ranked #932 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Donald Ross often compared to?
Donald Rossis often viewed alongside schools like Archie T Morrison, Hollis by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Donald Ross?
199 students attend Donald Ross.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Donald Ross students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Donald Ross?
Donald Ross has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Donald Ross offer ?
Donald Ross offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Donald Ross part of?
Donald Ross is part of Braintree School District.
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