Serving 417 students in grades Kindergarten-5, John H Duval ranks in the top 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 49% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher 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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 417 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John H Duval ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
John H Duval's student population of 417 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
417 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
John H Duval ranks within the top 50% of all 1,631 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John H Duval is 0.39, which is less 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
#570 out of 1631 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
7%
Hispanic
11%
23%
Black
5%
10%
White
77%
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
34%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John H Duval's ranking?
John H Duval is ranked #570 out of 1,631 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are John H Duval often compared to?
John H Duvalis often viewed alongside schools like Margaret L Donovan by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MA state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend John H Duval?
417 students attend John H Duval.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of John H Duval students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John H Duval?
John H Duval has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does John H Duval offer ?
John H Duval offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is John H Duval part of?
John H Duval is part of Whitman-Hanson School District.
School Reviews
5 5/20/2020
I've been here since kindergarden. This was sadly, my last year. And I don't get to finish it, which is the saddest part. I went through some stuff, and the teachers and in-school therapists really helped me on the few ac cations i needed them. I know they helped a few of my friends.
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