Serving 834 students in grades 4-6, Mill Pond School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Massachusetts for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 44%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Massachusetts state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 834 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 64% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mill Pond School 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
Mill Pond School's student population of 834 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
834 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mill Pond School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,626 schools in Massachusetts (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mill Pond School is 0.66, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#229 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
36%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Hispanic
11%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Black
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
White
45%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 17-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 23-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 22-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Learning and Caring
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mill Pond School's ranking?
Mill Pond School is ranked #229 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Mill Pond School often compared to?
Mill Pond Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sarah W Gibbons Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Mill Pond School?
834 students attend Mill Pond School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Mill Pond School students are White, 36% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mill Pond School?
Mill Pond School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mill Pond School offer ?
Mill Pond School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mill Pond School part of?
Mill Pond School is part of Westborough School District.
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