Serving 335 students in grades 4-6, Howard School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Howard School serves the entire district of West Bridgewater, MA, encompassing an area of approximately 15.7 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can typically reach the school in 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest point being about 3.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Howard School's student population of 335 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
335 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Howard 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 Howard School is 0.42, 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
#881 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
8%
Hispanic
9%
26%
Black
10%
10%
White
75%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howard School's ranking?
Howard School is ranked #881 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Howard School?
335 students attend Howard School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Howard School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Howard School?
Howard School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Howard School offer ?
Howard School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Howard School part of?
Howard School is part of West Bridgewater School District.
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