Serving 261 students in grades 1-5, John P Oldham ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 35% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-5
- Enrollment: 261 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
John P Oldham's student population of 261 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
261 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
John P Oldham 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 P Oldham is 0.55, 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
#905 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
8%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
13%
10%
White
65%
51%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mustangs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John P Oldham's ranking?
John P Oldham is ranked #905 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are John P Oldham often compared to?
John P Oldhamis often viewed alongside schools like Lincoln-eliot, F A Cleveland by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend John P Oldham?
261 students attend John P Oldham.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of John P Oldham students are White, 13% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John P Oldham?
John P Oldham has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does John P Oldham offer ?
John P Oldham offers enrollment in grades 1-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John P Oldham part of?
John P Oldham is part of Norwood School District.
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