Serving 743 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, E Somerville Community 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 23% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 743 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
E Somerville Community ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
E Somerville Community's student population of 743 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
743 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 15, 2026
Campus Size
5
School Motto
Every Student Can Succeed
School Rankings
E Somerville Community 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 E Somerville Community is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1236 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
7%
Hispanic
65%
25%
Black
6%
10%
White
20%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is E Somerville Community's ranking?
E Somerville Community is ranked #1236 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are E Somerville Community often compared to?
E Somerville Communityis often viewed alongside schools like Albert F. Argenziano School At Lincoln Park, John F Kennedy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend E Somerville Community?
743 students attend E Somerville Community.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of E Somerville Community students are Hispanic, 20% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of E Somerville Community?
E Somerville Community has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does E Somerville Community offer ?
E Somerville Community offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is E Somerville Community part of?
E Somerville Community is part of Somerville School District.
In what neighborhood is E Somerville Community located?
E Somerville Community is located in the East Somerville neighborhood of Somerville, MA. There are 3 other public schools located in East Somerville.
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