Serving 275 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Martha Jones 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% 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: 275 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Martha Jones serves the southwest part of Westwood, MA, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Most families can expect a short drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martha Jones 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
Martha Jones's student population of 275 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
275 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Rankings
Martha Jones 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 Martha Jones is 0.36, 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
#47 out of 1626 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Asian
10%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
79%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
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)6.6%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. 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 Martha Jones's ranking?
Martha Jones is ranked #47 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Martha Jones often compared to?
Martha Jonesis often viewed alongside schools like Chickering, Downey, Bowman by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Martha Jones?
275 students attend Martha Jones.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Martha Jones students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Martha Jones?
Martha Jones has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Martha Jones offer ?
Martha Jones offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Martha Jones part of?
Martha Jones is part of Westwood School District.
School Reviews
Review Martha Jones. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Is Your Child's School Day Too Structured?
Discover where free time disappears during your child's school day, how to evaluate lunch, recess, and classroom schedules, and what parents can do when breaks become structured activities.
When Your Child's Best Friend Is in Another Class
Discover how to help your child when their best friend is assigned to another classroom, including school placement policies, maintaining friendships, building connections, and knowing when to request help.
Should Your Child Repeat a Grade or Move Ahead?
Before agreeing to grade retention, learn what evidence to request, how to review school policies, explore alternatives, understand parental rights, and secure an effective academic support plan for your child.
