Serving 340 students in grades 2-5, Douglas Elementary 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 33% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower 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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-5
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Douglas Elementary School serves the entire district of Douglas, MA, covering approximately 37.9 square miles, with most families typically driving about 10-12 minutes to reach the school. The furthest point in the attendance zone is around 6.6 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Douglas Elementary School's student population of 340 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
340 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Douglas Elementary 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 Douglas Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#949 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
6%
26%
Black
2%
10%
White
89%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.7%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Douglas Elementary School's ranking?
Douglas Elementary School is ranked #949 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Douglas Elementary School often compared to?
Douglas Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henry P Clough, Douglas Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Douglas Elementary School?
340 students attend Douglas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Douglas Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Douglas Elementary School?
Douglas Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Douglas Elementary School offer ?
Douglas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Douglas Elementary School part of?
Douglas Elementary School is part of Douglas School District.
In what neighborhood is Douglas Elementary School located?
Douglas Elementary School is located in the East Douglas neighborhood of Douglas, MA. There are 3 other public schools located in East Douglas.
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