Serving 462 students in grades Kindergarten-5, L D Batchelder ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: L D Batchelder serves the eastern part of North Reading, MA, encompassing an area of approximately 5.5 square miles. Most families in this zone can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with distances to the zone's furthest edge reaching up to 8.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
L D Batchelder ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
L D Batchelder's student population of 462 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
462 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
L D Batchelder ranks within the top 5% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of L D Batchelder is 0.24, 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
#77 out of 1626 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
5%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
10%
White
87%
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)6.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is L D Batchelder's ranking?
L D Batchelder is ranked #77 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend L D Batchelder?
462 students attend L D Batchelder.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of L D Batchelder students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of L D Batchelder?
L D Batchelder has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does L D Batchelder offer ?
L D Batchelder offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is L D Batchelder part of?
L D Batchelder is part of North Reading School District.
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