Serving 227 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mary D Altavesta 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 227 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mary D Altavesta ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Mary D Altavesta's student population of 227 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
227 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mary D Altavesta ranks within the top 50% of all 1,644 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary D Altavesta is 0.67, which is more 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
#597 out of 1644 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
18%
7%
Hispanic
11%
23%
Black
12%
10%
White
53%
56%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
35%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary D Altavesta's ranking?
Mary D Altavesta is ranked #597 out of 1,644 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Mary D Altavesta often compared to?
Mary D Altavestais often viewed alongside schools like Linscott-rumford by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MA state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% MA state average).
How many students attend Mary D Altavesta?
227 students attend Mary D Altavesta.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Mary D Altavesta students are White, 18% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mary D Altavesta?
Mary D Altavesta has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mary D Altavesta offer ?
Mary D Altavesta offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mary D Altavesta part of?
Mary D Altavesta is part of Woburn School District.
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