Serving 426 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Israel Loring School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Israel Loring School serves the southern part of Sudbury, MA, covering an area of approximately 5.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Israel Loring School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Israel Loring School's student population of 426 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
426 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Israel Loring School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Israel Loring School is 0.51, 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
#403 out of 1626 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Israel Loring School's ranking?
Israel Loring School is ranked #403 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Israel Loring School often compared to?
Israel Loring Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Claypit Hill School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Israel Loring School?
426 students attend Israel Loring School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Israel Loring School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Israel Loring School?
Israel Loring School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Israel Loring School offer ?
Israel Loring School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Israel Loring School part of?
Israel Loring School is part of Sudbury School District.
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