Muraco Elementary School

33 Bates Road
Winchester, MA 01890
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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9/
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Top 20%
Serving 352 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Muraco Elementary 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Massachusetts state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 40% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 49% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 352 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 40%
  • : Top 20% in MA
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 5%)
  • : Muraco Elementary serves the northeast part of Winchester, MA, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.3 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Muraco Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Muraco Elementary School's student population of 352 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
352 students

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers

Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓

School Rankings

Muraco Elementary 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 Muraco Elementary School is 0.58, 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.
This School
State Level (MA)
#294 out of 1626 schools
(Top 20%)

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

60-64%
42%

Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓

60-64%
44%

Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓

80-84%
44%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓

Asian
25%
8%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Hispanic
6%
26%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓

Black
3%
10%

Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

White
60%
51%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

Two or more races
6%
5%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓

All Ethnic Groups
40%
0.58

Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓

(22-23)
6.8%
22.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
34%

Showing 2011–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%

Showing 2010–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓

School Statewide Testing
School District Name

Sports

Colors
Blue and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Muraco Elementary School's ranking?
Muraco Elementary School is ranked #294 out of 1,626 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Massachusetts.
What schools are Muraco Elementary School often compared to?
Muraco Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lynch Elementary School, Lincoln Elementary School, Vinson-owen Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MA state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 44% MA state average).
How many students attend Muraco Elementary School?
352 students attend Muraco Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Muraco Elementary School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Muraco Elementary School?
Muraco Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Massachusetts state average of 12:1.
What grades does Muraco Elementary School offer ?
Muraco Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Muraco Elementary School part of?
Muraco Elementary School is part of Winchester School District.

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Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 352 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 40%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 60-64% (Top 20%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 5%)
  • : Muraco Elementary serves the northeast part of Winchester, MA, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.3 miles away.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MA Dept. of Education

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