Serving 500 students in grades 5-6, John F. Ryan 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 42% (which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 500 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
John F. Ryan's student population of 500 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
500 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Work hard. Be kind. Anything is “paws”-ible. Woof!
School Rankings
John F. Ryan 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 John F. Ryan is 0.38, 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
#903 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
9%
26%
Black
7%
10%
White
78%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
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 John F. Ryan's ranking?
John F. Ryan is ranked #903 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend John F. Ryan?
500 students attend John F. Ryan.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of John F. Ryan students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John F. Ryan?
John F. Ryan has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does John F. Ryan offer ?
John F. Ryan offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John F. Ryan part of?
John F. Ryan is part of Tewksbury School District.
In what neighborhood is John F. Ryan located?
John F. Ryan is located in the Tewksbury Center neighborhood of Tewksbury, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in Tewksbury Center.
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