Serving 382 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, General John Nixon Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 65-69% (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 28% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
General John Nixon 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
School Overview
General John Nixon Elementary School's student population of 382 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
382 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
General John Nixon Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of General John Nixon Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#154 out of 1626 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
8%
Hispanic
4%
26%
Black
3%
10%
White
72%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.5%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
34%
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 General John Nixon Elementary School's ranking?
General John Nixon Elementary School is ranked #154 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are General John Nixon Elementary School often compared to?
General John Nixon Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peter Noyes, Josiah Haynes by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% 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 General John Nixon Elementary School?
382 students attend General John Nixon Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of General John Nixon Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of General John Nixon Elementary School?
General John Nixon Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does General John Nixon Elementary School offer ?
General John Nixon Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is General John Nixon Elementary School part of?
General John Nixon Elementary School is part of Sudbury School District.
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