Serving 485 students in grades Kindergarten-5, East Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 485 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
East Elementary School's student population of 485 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
485 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Elementary School is 0.65, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#165 out of 1631 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
29%
7%
Hispanic
7%
25%
Black
4%
10%
White
51%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Elementary School's ranking?
East Elementary School is ranked #165 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are East Elementary School often compared to?
East Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heights Elementary School, Cottage Street by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend East Elementary School?
485 students attend East Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of East Elementary School students are White, 29% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Elementary School?
East Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does East Elementary School offer ?
East Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Elementary School part of?
East Elementary School is part of Sharon School District.
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