Serving 213 students in grades 6-8, Joseph Metcalf School 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 17% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than 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 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 213 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Joseph Metcalf School serves the entire district of Holyoke, MA, covering an area of approximately 22.8 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of about 3 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joseph Metcalf School's student population of 213 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
213 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Juntos Podemos | Together We Can
School Rankings
Joseph Metcalf School 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 Joseph Metcalf School is 0.33, 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
#1419 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
44%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
8%
Hispanic
81%
26%
Black
4%
10%
White
11%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)59.6%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
34%
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 Joseph Metcalf School's ranking?
Joseph Metcalf School is ranked #1419 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Joseph Metcalf School?
213 students attend Joseph Metcalf School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Joseph Metcalf School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph Metcalf School?
Joseph Metcalf School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Joseph Metcalf School offer ?
Joseph Metcalf School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Joseph Metcalf School part of?
Joseph Metcalf School is part of Holyoke School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Everyone if helpful and nice. My daughter is happy and learning a lot. She loves yoga, and center time. She is building great friendships and is eger to learn. Before Metcalf she had no intrest in learning.
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