Serving 451 students in grades 4-8, Fowler School 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 40% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fowler School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Maynard, MA, encompassing approximately 5.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 1.3 miles and the furthest edge located 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fowler School's student population of 451 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
451 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fowler School 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 Fowler School is 0.41, 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
#928 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
1%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Black
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
75%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.1%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 26-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 26-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 Fowler School's ranking?
Fowler School is ranked #928 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Fowler School?
451 students attend Fowler School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Fowler School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fowler School?
Fowler School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Fowler School offer ?
Fowler School offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fowler School part of?
Fowler School is part of Maynard School District.
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