Serving 418 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Missituk Elementary 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MA
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Missituk Elementary School's student population of 418 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
418 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2021
School Calendar
School Rankings
Missituk Elementary 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 Missituk Elementary School is 0.64, 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
#982 out of 1626 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
42%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
8%
8%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
18%
26%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
51%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.5%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
34%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
4%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Missituk Elementary School's ranking?
Missituk Elementary School is ranked #982 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Missituk Elementary School often compared to?
Missituk Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John J Mcglynn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Missituk Elementary School?
418 students attend Missituk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Missituk Elementary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Missituk Elementary School?
Missituk Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Missituk Elementary School offer ?
Missituk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Missituk Elementary School part of?
Missituk Elementary School is part of Medford School District.
In what neighborhood is Missituk Elementary School located?
Missituk Elementary School is located in the South Medford neighborhood of Medford, MA. There are 1 other public schools located in South Medford.
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