Serving 541 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Grace Farrar Cole 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 67% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 47% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 541 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grace Farrar Cole ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Grace Farrar Cole's student population of 541 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
541 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Children First, Cultivation of Learning, Community Focus, and Continuous Improvement'
School Rankings
Grace Farrar Cole ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grace Farrar Cole is 0.24, 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
#311 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
7%
Hispanic
1%
25%
Black
1%
10%
White
87%
53%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Grace Farrar Cole's ranking?
Grace Farrar Cole is ranked #311 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Grace Farrar Cole?
541 students attend Grace Farrar Cole.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Grace Farrar Cole students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Grace Farrar Cole?
Grace Farrar Cole has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Grace Farrar Cole offer ?
Grace Farrar Cole offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Grace Farrar Cole part of?
Grace Farrar Cole is part of Norwell School District.
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