Serving 367 students in grades Kindergarten-3, J Harding Armstrong ranks in the top 30% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J Harding Armstrong ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
J Harding Armstrong's student population of 367 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
J Harding Armstrong ranks within the top 30% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J Harding Armstrong is 0.65, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#336 out of 1631 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
36%
7%
Hispanic
10%
23%
Black
3%
10%
White
46%
56%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J Harding Armstrong's ranking?
J Harding Armstrong is ranked #336 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are J Harding Armstrong often compared to?
J Harding Armstrongis often viewed alongside schools like Elsie A Hastings Elementary School, Annie E Fales by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend J Harding Armstrong?
367 students attend J Harding Armstrong.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of J Harding Armstrong students are White, 36% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J Harding Armstrong?
J Harding Armstrong has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does J Harding Armstrong offer ?
J Harding Armstrong offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is J Harding Armstrong part of?
J Harding Armstrong is part of Westborough School District.
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