Serving 271 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Downey ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: The Downey School serves the eastern part of Westwood, MA, covering an attendance area of approximately 2.2 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 1.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Downey ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Downey's student population of 271 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
271 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
Downey ranks within the top 5% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Downey is 0.53, 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
#79 out of 1626 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
22%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
White
65%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Downey's ranking?
Downey is ranked #79 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Downey?
271 students attend Downey.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Downey students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Downey?
Downey has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Downey offer ?
Downey offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Downey part of?
Downey is part of Westwood School District.
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