John D Mc Govern Elementary School serves 353 students in grades Prekindergarten-1.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-1
- Enrollment: 353 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Attendance Zone: John D Mc Govern Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Medway, MA, covering an area of approximately 11.7 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.8 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 3.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
John D Mc Govern Elementary School's student population of 353 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
353 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
The diversity score of John D Mc Govern Elementary School is 0.43, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
6%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
13%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
3%
10%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
74%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.5%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are John D Mc Govern Elementary School often compared to?
John D Mc Govern Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burke/memorial Elementary School, Placentino Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend John D Mc Govern Elementary School?
353 students attend John D Mc Govern Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of John D Mc Govern Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John D Mc Govern Elementary School?
John D Mc Govern Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does John D Mc Govern Elementary School offer ?
John D Mc Govern Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John D Mc Govern Elementary School part of?
John D Mc Govern Elementary School is part of Medway School District.
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