Serving 743 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Florence Sawyer School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 743 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Florence Sawyer School 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
Florence Sawyer School's student population of 743 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
743 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Rankings
Florence Sawyer 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 Florence Sawyer School is 0.29, 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
#261 out of 1631 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
6%
25%
Black
1%
10%
White
84%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florence Sawyer School's ranking?
Florence Sawyer School is ranked #261 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Florence Sawyer School often compared to?
Florence Sawyer Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mary Rowlandson Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Florence Sawyer School?
743 students attend Florence Sawyer School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Florence Sawyer School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Florence Sawyer School?
Florence Sawyer School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Florence Sawyer School offer ?
Florence Sawyer School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Florence Sawyer School part of?
Florence Sawyer School is part of Nashoba School District.
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