Douglas Macarthur Elementary School
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 458 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
(offers virtual instruction)




School Rankings
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Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Douglas Macarthur Elementary School often compared to?
Douglas Macarthur Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northeast Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% MA state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 54% MA state average).
How many students attend Douglas Macarthur Elementary School?
458 students attend Douglas Macarthur Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Douglas Macarthur Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Douglas Macarthur Elementary School?
Douglas Macarthur Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Douglas Macarthur Elementary School offer ?
Douglas Macarthur Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Douglas Macarthur Elementary School part of?
Douglas Macarthur Elementary School is part of Waltham School District.
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